Arsenal sit three wins away from ending a 22‑year title drought, but a trip to the London Stadium against third‑bottom West Ham could prove decisive crucial. Former Norwich striker Chris Sutton warned that a slip‑up would hand the crown to rivals, and he’s pencilled in a 2‑1 win for the Gunners in his season‑long prediction project.

To spice the exercise, Sutton faced boxing world champion Fabio Wardley, an Ipswich Town supporter, in a banter‑filled prediction duel. Wardley, who will defend his WBO heavyweight belt against Daniel Dubois on Saturday, joked about adding a ‘notch’ by out‑guessing the former footballer. Their scores were generated by Microsoft Copilot Chat, while BBC Radio 5 Live offered live commentary of the fight.

Arsenal’s upcoming clash therefore carries more than three points; a win would lock them within a single game of the title, while a loss could hand the lead to Manchester City. West Ham, fighting relegation, will view the fixture as a chance to spark a revival. Sutton’s forecast adds a playful layer, but the result on the pitch will decide the championship.