Arsenal have already lifted the title, but Premier League GW38’s final day on May 24 carries enormous stakes — Spurs fight Everton to avoid relegation while European spots are decided across ten simultaneous fixtures.
Arsenal are already celebrating. The Gunners claimed their first Premier League title in 22 years, and Mikel Arteta’s side has been the story of the 2025/26 season. But Premier League GW38 final day 2026 is far from a formality. On Sunday May 24, all ten fixtures kick off simultaneously at 16:00 BST, and the drama at the bottom of the table — and in the race for European spots — promises to make this one of the most compelling final days in years.
Tottenham Hotspur sit in 18th place after failing to get a result at Chelsea. They now face Everton at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium knowing that only a win — or at best a draw — is likely to keep them up. Meanwhile, Burnley and Wolves are already relegated, meaning the battle for the third and final drop slot sits squarely with Spurs. For Nigerian fans, this is unmissable viewing — and there are plenty of betting angles to consider before kick-off. Check today’s free betting tips for the best Premier League GW38 markets.
Tottenham Hotspur’s final day survival battle is one of the most dramatic storylines in English football this season. A club that once finished second in the Premier League and reached a Champions League final is now playing against the drop. Ange Postecoglou’s tenure has been turbulent to say the least, and Sunday represents his team’s last chance to preserve top-flight status.
Everton come to north London with nothing meaningful to play for in terms of league position. However, away trips for clubs with nothing at stake can go either way — and Spurs will be desperate to make home advantage count. A win for Tottenham and they are almost certainly safe. A draw could also do it, depending on whether any other results shift the situation. A defeat, and Spurs drop to the Championship for the first time in the club’s Premier League era.
The atmosphere inside the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium will be electric. Nigerian fans who support Spurs — particularly those who followed the club through the Ledley King and Robbie Keane years — will be watching through their fingers.
Arsenal’s Premier League triumph is confirmed, and Mikel Arteta’s side will finish the campaign with a home fixture befitting their status as champions. The Gunners have delivered a season of genuine quality and organisation, and their UCL final appearance against PSG on May 30 gives them a chance to complete a historic double.
In the race for European spots, four places are still to be confirmed heading into GW38. Newcastle and Fulham meet each other on the final day, meaning points shared could settle the picture between them. Chelsea, Manchester City and other clubs in the top eight will know their European fate only when the final whistle blows across all ten venues simultaneously.
Nigerian fans have historically favoured Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester United and Liverpool. With United having a difficult season and Liverpool cooling after a strong start, the real drama for most Nigerian supporters is at the top — where Arsenal’s double bid captures the imagination — and at the bottom, where Spurs’ survival battle is painfully compelling. Get the best available odds on all GW38 fixtures at the top Nigerian bookmakers.
The Premier League final day always produces upsets, and sharp bettors know not to assume that mid-table clubs will roll over for teams with something at stake. That said, here are the clearest value plays.
Tottenham Hotspur to Win vs Everton — Odds approx. 1.80. Home advantage, massive incentive and an Everton side playing out the season makes this the most straightforward GW38 bet. Spurs win, Spurs stay up. Back them here.
Arsenal to Win their final home game — Odds approx. 1.60. The champions are at home, in the form of their lives, and have a UCL final just six days later. Arteta will want his players sharp and focused. Arsenal to win is the safest pick of the day.
Both Teams to Score in Fulham vs Newcastle — Odds approx. 1.75. Both clubs have attacking intent and need points for European qualification. A goal-rich game is likely at Craven Cottage.
Avoid the Burnley vs Wolves game for goalscoring markets. Both clubs are relegated, both managers are likely already planning for the Championship, and this has all the hallmarks of a difficult match to call.
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For Tottenham, the burden of dragging this side over the line will fall on their senior players. Heung-min Son, still the creative heartbeat of the Spurs attack despite his advancing years, must deliver when it matters most. Son in big moments — he has a history of rising to them — could be the difference between top-flight survival and the unthinkable drop.
Everton’s defensive discipline will be key. The Toffees have made life difficult for attacking opponents on their day, and a well-organised away performance could easily frustrate Spurs. If Everton sit deep and Spurs grow anxious in front of their own fans, this could become a tense, grinding affair.
Crucially, Spurs must score first. If Everton grab an away goal early in this fixture, the panic inside the ground could be paralysing. The first fifteen minutes will tell us everything about how this final day will unfold.
Our prediction for Premier League GW38: Tottenham Hotspur beat Everton 2-1 in a nervy contest and secure survival. Arsenal win their home fixture to close the season in style. Newcastle and Fulham share the points in a well-matched Europa League qualifying showdown.
The big narrative remains Arsenal. A Premier League and Champions League double is now firmly in their sights, and Nigerian fans — particularly the Gooners among us — should be daring to dream. Sunday’s final day sets the stage for one of the greatest weeks in Arsenal’s modern history.
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