One team benefits from the Bournemouth versus Manchester City game if the result does not favor Arsenal.
On 19 May 2026 GMT+7, the situation before tonight’s English Premier League game is summarized: Bournemouth will host Manchester City at 01:30 GMT+7. The match directly impacts both the championship race and the battle for UEFA Champions League qualification.
1. Arsenal (37 matches) 82 points *Qualified for UCL
2. Manchester City (36 matches) 77 points *Qualified for UCL
3. Manchester United (37 matches) 68 points *Qualified for UCL
4. Aston Villa (37 matches) 62 points *Qualified for UCL
5. Liverpool (37 matches) 59 points
6. Bournemouth (36 matches) 55 points
Arsenal has the chance to clinch the Premier League title for the first time in 22 years starting tonight, without waiting for the final matchday on Sunday, 24 May, if Manchester City fails to beat Bournemouth.
However, if Manchester City beats Bournemouth, not only will the title race be decided between Arsenal and Manchester City on the final day, but Liverpool will also fully benefit.
This is because Liverpool will be guaranteed a top-5 finish in the Premier League and officially qualify for the UEFA Champions League, as Bournemouth will remain 4 points behind but with only one match left, making it impossible to catch up with the "Reds."
Therefore, Bournemouth, who have gone unbeaten for 16 consecutive matches—the longest streak in this Premier League season—are a key factor in determining the fate of both Arsenal and Liverpool. Currently, "The Cherries" still have a chance to qualify for the UCL if they can surpass the "Reds" in points in their final two remaining matches.
