Premier League Matchweek 38 Review: All Results, xG & Talking Points
Full Premier League matchweek 38 review: every result, league-table impact, and the talking points that mattered.
James McAllister
Published 24 May 2026 · Updated 24 May 2026
Premier League Matchweek 38 — Full Review
Matchweek 38 of the Premier League has concluded with 25 goals across 10 matches, an average of 2.5 per game. Here is our complete review of the results and their implications.
Results at a Glance
- Sunderland AFC 2 - 1 Chelsea FC
- Brighton & Hove Albion FC 0 - 3 Manchester United FC
- Crystal Palace FC 1 - 2 Arsenal FC
- Burnley FC 1 - 1 Wolverhampton Wanderers FC
- Fulham FC 2 - 0 Newcastle United FC
- Liverpool FC 1 - 1 Brentford FC
- Manchester City FC 2 - 2 Aston Villa FC
- Nottingham Forest FC 1 - 1 AFC Bournemouth
- Tottenham Hotspur FC 1 - 0 Everton FC
- West Ham United FC 3 - 0 Leeds United FC
Key Takeaways
This matchweek delivered several significant results that will have repercussions across the Premier League table. The title race, European qualification picture, and relegation battle all shifted as a result of the weekend's action.
The average of 2.5 goals per game was broadly in line with the season average, reflecting competitive, balanced encounters.
What the Results Mean
At the top of the table, the results from matchweek 38 will either tighten or loosen the title race. For teams battling for European places, every point counts and the margins between qualification and missing out continue to narrow.
At the bottom, any team that failed to pick up points this weekend will face increasing pressure in the fixtures ahead. The relegation picture is becoming clearer, but there is still time for dramatic twists.
Looking Ahead
Matchweek 39 brings another round of fixtures that could prove pivotal. Keep an eye on our upcoming matchweek preview for a full breakdown of the key fixtures and betting angles.
Review by the Planete Football editorial team. Match data sourced from football-data.org.