EPL: Five Matches Likely to Deliver Surprises on the Final Day of 2025/26

The 2025/2026 Premier League season will conclude this Sunday, with all ten fixtures played at the same time.

Arsenal have already secured the title after Manchester City drew 1‑1 with Bournemouth on Tuesday night.

While the top five positions are essentially locked in, Bournemouth still have a late chance to push for Champions League qualification.

Which five matches could produce surprising results on the final day?

1. Crystal Palace vs Arsenal: The result at the Vitality Stadium meant Arsenal were crowned champions without a single goal. The team and staff have been celebrating their first title in 22 years. Manager Mikel Arteta is expected to make several changes, which could see Arsenal lose their opening game as champions at Selhurst Park.

2. Brighton vs Manchester United: Reports suggest that Manchester United may be without Bruno Fernandes and Casemiro for their visit to Brighton. If true, the Red Devils’ midfield will be severely weakened, potentially benefiting the Seagulls, who have been in fine form recently.

3. Liverpool vs Brentford: Mohamed Salah will be bidding farewell to Anfield on Sunday, ending a successful spell with the Reds. However, Liverpool have struggled in recent matches, and Brentford are looking to secure European football, so a win for Liverpool is not guaranteed.

4. Manchester City vs Aston Villa: Unai Emery’s side will arrive at the Etihad as Europa League winners, while Manchester City are still reeling from handing the title to Arsenal. This will be Pep Guardiola’s last match in charge, and Villa have little to play for, so they could act as party poopers.

5. Sunderland vs Chelsea: The Stadium of Light has been a fortress this season, with Sunderland rarely losing. That record could continue on the final day as they host a Chelsea side that has been inconsistent. The Blues will need a miracle to secure a European place, which may not materialise.