As the Premier League season reaches its climax, several compelling narratives are set to unfold on the final day. Arsenal’s anticipated title celebrations are heading south, while the race for European qualification and the desperate fight for survival will keep fans on the edge of their seats. Even London rivals will be found cheering for West Ham.
A particularly intense battle for European football sees Brighton needing to secure a result against Manchester United on the final day to guarantee their place in European competition for only the second time in their history. The task might be less daunting than it appears, as Manchester United’s players have little to play for, and their record at the Amex Stadium is poor, having lost three of their last four Premier League encounters there, including a significant 4-0 defeat in 2022.
Danny Welbeck could prove to be a pivotal figure against his former club. Having enjoyed his most productive season to date with 13 league goals, the veteran striker still has an outside chance of finishing as the top-scoring English player in the division. He trails World Cup rival Ollie Watkins, who currently leads the scoring charts for English players with 14 goals.
The following matches are scheduled for Sunday at 4pm BST:
- Brighton v Manchester United
- Burnley v Wolves
- Crystal Palace v Arsenal
- Fulham v Newcastle
- Liverpool v Brentford
