Arsenal looked set for their first Premier League title since 2004 after a blistering start, but April's collapse opened the door for Manchester City. A stunning win at West Ham pushed Arsenal forward while City's draw at Everton and 3-0 demolition of Crystal Palace closed the gap to two points with two matches remaining.

Arsenal host Burnley on May 18 — a relegated side already confirmed for the Championship — giving Viktor Gyökeres a chance to extend his goal tally after scoring and assisting against the same club earlier this season. Their final match at Crystal Palace on May 24 carries extra weight with Eberechi Eze returning to his old club after scoring against City in the FA Cup final.

City face Bournemouth on May 19, a side on a 13-game unbeaten streak that could prove a banana skin. Their last match at Aston Villa on May 24 mirrors the 2021/22 scenario where City beat Villa 3-2 to clinch the title. Two points separate them with fixtures now fully mapped.