Premier League fixtures released: Arsenal and Man City fiercely contest the title in the final stretch with some teams facing tough challenges.
On 11 May 2026, the final stage fixtures of the 2025-26 English Premier League season were released. League leaders Arsenal have regained an advantage over second-placed Manchester City after their latest matches as follows.
Man City 3-0 Brentford.
West Ham United 0-1 Arsenal.
1. Arsenal (36 matches) 79 points (68 goals scored, 26 conceded, goal difference +42).
2. Man City (35 matches) 74 points (72 goals scored, 32 conceded, goal difference +40).
The current situation clearly favors Arsenal. Despite having played one more match, they lead by 5 points. Meanwhile, Man City has 3 matches left, including 2 home games out of the final 3.
This means Pep Guardiola, Man City's manager, must win all 3 remaining matches and also hope that Arsenal, managed by Mikel Arteta, loses at least one game to overtake them and claim the 2025-26 Premier League title.
However, Man City's fixtures appear tougher as they face two teams still fighting for UEFA Champions League spots: Bournemouth and Aston Villa. In contrast, Arsenal will meet Burnley, already relegated, and Crystal Palace, who are likely focusing on the UEFA Conference League final.
18 May 2026 (Home) Burnley.
24 May 2026 (Away) Crystal Palace.
13 May 2026 (Home) Crystal Palace.
19 May 2026 (Away) Bournemouth.
24 May 2026 (Home) Aston Villa.