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Arsenal need to focus on playing their role
Only the grimmest of churls would refuse to acknowledge the progress Mikel Arteta's excellent Arsenal side have made this season. The mere fact that a title win is on the table this weekend says more than enough and now they must ensure that, should West Ham cause a major upset at the Etihad, they do not tarnish it with unnecessary regret. When Everton emerged on the final day in London two years ago, the home side recorded a 5-1 victory; Nostalgic fans among the supporters might prefer the 4-3 blowout of 2002, which sealed the double winners' season and ended with a Premier League trophy presentation. Even if the latter scenario is an outside bet this time, Arteta expects his players to block out any noise - including messages from Manchester - and put an opponent to the sword one last time, making sure they at least get their contribute. An opportunity may still arise to make dreams come true. Nick Ames
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Could Hall sneak into Southgate's plans?
England have a problem at left back. Although currently unfit, Luke Shaw is still hoping to be part of Gareth Southgate's squad, with the manager admitting in March that he regards the 28-year-old as "one of the best left-backs in world football". So who else is in contention to step up or be the backup? Ben Chilwell is injured, Kieran Trippier is getting older but has fallen into the shadows on the left, Tyrick Mitchell is making a case for Crystal Palace and Joe Gomez is a steady if somewhat uninspired choice. Could Newcastle's Lewis Hall make a late surge? The uncapped teenager has impressed in Eddie Howe's starting XI of late, scoring a brilliant goal at Old Trafford in midweek. Newcastle's trip to Brentford is Hall's last chance to make his mark before Southgate announces his provisional squad. Michael Butler
Football has not left Casemiro yet
Whisper it, but Casemiro had a brilliant game as a centre-back for Manchester United against Newcastle. The Brazilian was probably the second best player on the pitch behind Bruno Fernandes, who took to Instagram afterwards to congratulate Casemiro, who kept Alexander Isak extremely quiet. The 32-year-old has been pelted with criticism of late, much of it justified, but responded here with some crucial tackles, interceptions, goal-line clearances and the composure and intelligence that has defined his career. Casemiro's future isn't at centre-back, and probably not even at United, but he showed that - quite the opposite Jamie Carragher's claim - football has not left him. Saudi Pro League clubs are reportedly interested in him, and while that deal could suit all parties, don't be surprised if European clubs also show interest. MB
Theoretical math is just a threat to Forest
It would take a win at Luton, a defeat at Forest and a thirteen-goal swing in Luton's favor to put the relegation battle in any danger on the final day. It has been a difficult season for Nuno Espírito Santo and a club that has won few friends along the way, but that would be going too far. A third successive Premier League campaign offers Forest the chance to build the stable foundation that has been missing since his return to the top flight. For Burnley, on the other hand, an immediate return to the Championship will test Vincent Kompany's appetite for a new promotional push. His team dominated the division two seasons ago, collecting 101 points as champions, but their improvement this season came far too late. Kompany has undoubtedly made mistakes in his debut season as Premier League manager, but the Burnley board have been steadfast in their support and will hope this is repaid. Andy Hunter
Rare Nkunku start could help Europe chase
At the start of the season, it was common to hear those around Chelsea describe Christopher Nkunku as the club's most talented player. That view has probably changed since the signing of Cole Palmer, but the broader point is that things might have turned out differently had Nkunku not spent so long in the treatment room. The striker, who joined from RB Leipzig last summer, was ruled out for four months after suffering a knee injury in pre-season and was handed another long break after the Carabao Cup final against Liverpool in February. When fit, however, there were glimpses of the Frenchman's abilities. Nkunku is a sharp finisher and he will be desperate to press on after scoring in Chelsea's win over Brighton. With Mykhailo Mudryk unavailable, Nkunku could make only his third start of the season as Chelsea look to secure a Europa League spot against Bournemouth. Jacob Steinberg
How well equipped is Aston Villa?
How much intense training has taken place at Bodymoor Heath, Aston Villa's training ground, this week? They secured Champions League qualification on Tuesday after fifth-placed Tottenham failed to beat Manchester City. The match was shown at the club's end-of-season awards ceremony. Unsurprisingly, Emi Martínez was right in the middle of the action, spraying champagne left and right, especially drenching Unai Emery. There will have been sore heads on Wednesday and possibly even Thursday with fourth place assured. It wouldn't be a shock to see a lethargic performance against Crystal Palace, who at least have the carrot of a top half place to play for and have a few players - Marc Guéhi, Eberechi Eze, Adam Wharton and Dean Henderson - who are competing for a place at the 2024 Euros with England. MB
Emotional end approaches for Klopp
It's the end of an era at Liverpool as Jurgen Klopp takes charge for the final time at a club he has revitalized over the past eight and a half years. The Liverpool manager has kept emotions in check so far, but after standing alone on the Kop this week taking in the view from the center circle, there's a good chance they will crash out against Gary O'Neil's side . He won't be alone in that regard, with Liverpool supporters paying thousands to attend the Anfield farewell. Perhaps fans of other clubs will also privately regret his departure. The Premier League will be a much duller place without Klopp, whose teams have done more than most to break the monotony of the title race in recent years. He deserves all the admiration that will come his way on Sunday. Andy Hunter
One more time for Kenilworth Road
What a stadium Kenilworth Road is. In a league full of steel and glass, it was great to have a pitch with old-world charm in the top flight this season. Luton was granted planning permission for a new stadium back in 2019, but "legal reviews, council restructuring, Covid, a financial crisis, huge increases in steel and concrete prices, labor market surpluses" have held back any progress since then, the report said. Luton CEO Gary Sweet. The new location used to have two cooling chimneys and still has a river running through the middle that needs to be uncovered. So the club is still waiting for earthworks and does not expect that there will be a stone in the ground in 2024. If that's frustrating news for Sweet and co, it at least means we could still see Kenilworth Road again in 2025-2026 if Luton can bounce straight back from the Championship. MB
Ruthless City wants to extend the title
Here we are again, as the ruthless Rolls-Royce, Manchester City, have made it eight consecutive wins in a run of 22 unbeaten in the Premier League. City are keeping an eye on West Ham as victory No. 9 and a historic fourth English title are on the horizon. This is David Moyes' swan song as manager of the visitors and the Scot will order his men to go out and try to ruin the day for Pep Guardiola's side. However, City will certainly not capitulate and give Arsenal the chance to take the crown. Jamie Jackson
The madness of Melbourne beckons for Spurs
Once the final whistle blows at Bramall Lane, Tottenham will rush to board a bus that will take them to an airport from where they will depart for Australia. On Wednesday, Spurs face Newcastle in a friendly in Melbourne. It's being hyped as a 'welcome home' event for London's Australian manager Ange Postecoglou, but when players are exhausted both physically and mentally, it's also madness. Postecoglou is concerned about Tottenham's "fragile foundation", but this hardly contributes to strengthening the robustness of his squad. Football players may be paid a stratospheric salary, but they are also human and their bodies can only tolerate so much. Flying first class will undoubtedly help, but there are still two jet-lagged teams on the field on Wednesday. Louise Taylor
