Premier League Gameweek 37 is spread across May 15 to 19 with no Saturday fixtures because of the FA Cup Final. Arsenal are three points clear of Manchester City with two games to go.
Premier League Gameweek 37 arrives at a fascinating moment in the 2025/26 title race. Arsenal lead the Premier League on 77 points after 36 games. Manchester City sit on 74 points from 35 fixtures. Mikel Arteta’s Gunners need one more win from their final two games to end a 22-year wait for the league championship. Premier League Gameweek 37 betting tips are in high demand as a result.
Crucially, there are no Saturday matches this weekend. The FA Cup Final between Manchester City and Chelsea takes place on Saturday May 16. This means Gameweek 37 is spread across Friday May 15, Sunday May 17, and Tuesday May 19 for rescheduled fixtures. Nigerian fans following Arsenal — the most supported Premier League club in Nigeria — will be watching every moment with enormous intensity.
Saturday May 16 belongs entirely to the FA Cup Final at Wembley. Manchester City face Chelsea for the coveted domestic cup. Because both clubs are involved in that fixture, their Gameweek 37 Premier League matches have been rescheduled to Tuesday May 19. City’s match against Bournemouth and Chelsea’s meeting with Tottenham Hotspur both move to the midweek slot.
This fixture switch has significant implications for the title race. Arsenal can potentially move seven points clear of City before City even play their GW37 match. If Arsenal win on Friday or Sunday, the title celebrations could begin before Manchester City kick a ball in Gameweek 37. The pressure on Pep Guardiola’s side is building by the hour.
Arsenal need a mathematical calculation that Nigerian football fans across Lagos, Abuja and Port Harcourt are already running in their heads. A win in Gameweek 37 combined with City not winning their remaining games would hand Arsenal their first league title since 2004. The Gunners beat West Ham 1-0 in GW36 to keep their three-point advantage intact.
Arteta’s side have been outstanding in the final stretch of the season. Their defensive structure remains elite, with William Saliba and Gabriel forming one of the best centre-back partnerships in Europe. Meanwhile, Bukayo Saka, Martin Odegaard and Kai Havertz have provided the creative spark throughout a remarkable campaign. For Nigerian fans, this Arsenal title run is the most gripping Premier League story in years.
Manchester City, by contrast, have been inconsistent in the run-in. A 2-1 defeat in their most recent away fixture highlighted vulnerabilities that Arsenal have not shown. However, Erling Haaland remains a constant threat, and City have the squad depth to turn things around. The FA Cup Final against Chelsea also gives them a genuine shot at a domestic double if they can resolve their league situation.
Arsenal (away, Friday May 15) — Arsenal’s GW37 fixture is the standout match of the midweek programme. The Gunners travel knowing a win could effectively end the title race. Backing Arsenal to win in any away fixture at this stage of a championship campaign carries weight. Their form on the road has been strong throughout 2026.
Aston Villa vs Liverpool (Sunday May 17) — Both sides still have Europa League and top-four implications to resolve. Liverpool have been strong performers all season under their management but Villa have been excellent at Villa Park. Both teams to score is a popular market here, and the match promises real intensity given what is at stake for both clubs.
Manchester City vs Bournemouth (Tuesday May 19) — City essentially must win this fixture to stay alive in the title race. At the Etihad, against a Bournemouth side with nothing major to fight for, City should have enough. However, City’s vulnerability on the road this season makes this feel like a must-bet for the hosts at home. Haaland to score anytime is a consistent option regardless of City’s overall form.
Chelsea vs Tottenham (Tuesday May 19) — The London derby follows the FA Cup Final just three days later. Chelsea will be either exhausted or energised depending on their Wembley result. Spurs have been inconsistent throughout the campaign. This fixture could go either way, making the draw a tempting selection.
Nottingham Forest vs Newcastle (Friday May 15) — Both clubs have had genuine top-six ambitions this season. Forest at the City Ground are difficult to beat. Newcastle’s away form has been solid under their manager. This is a match where under 2.5 goals could represent value.
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Looking further ahead, GW38 on Sunday May 24 is the final day of the Premier League season. Arsenal face Crystal Palace away. Manchester City host Aston Villa at the Etihad. If Arsenal haven’t already sealed the title by then, the pressure on that final day will be extraordinary.
However, if Arsenal win even one of their final two matches, the title goes to the Emirates regardless of what City do. Arteta’s side are in the driving seat. The question is whether the occasion gets to them or whether they cross the line with authority.
Bukayo Saka has been Arsenal’s most important attacking player throughout the 2025/26 campaign. The England winger provides creativity, directness and goals in equal measure. He was instrumental in Arsenal’s Champions League semi-final win over Atlético de Madrid, scoring the crucial second-leg goal that booked their place in the Budapest final on May 30.
In the Premier League run-in, Saka’s ability to win matches in tight games has been evident. He creates and scores in equal measure. Back him to register a goal or assist in Arsenal’s GW37 fixture for a strong individual bet.
These Premier League Gameweek 37 betting tips point clearly toward Arsenal continuing their title march. Arsenal to win their Gameweek 37 fixture is the standout bet of the week. The Gunners have everything to play for and the squad capable of delivering in high-pressure moments.
Manchester City winning against Bournemouth on Tuesday is also a reasonable selection, but it may not matter if Arsenal have already done the job. For Nigerian fans, this could be the week Arsenal finally end two decades of near-misses and lift the Premier League title. For context on how we called last week’s round, see our Premier League GW36 Betting Tips.
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