Arsenal FC will host Burnley FC in a must-win match at Emirates Stadium on Monday, May 18, 2026. The Gunners stand a chance of moving five points above rivals Manchester City in the Premier League table. Arsenal fans have come out in their numbers to throw their weight behind their team as they seek their first title in 24 years.
Match Details and Stakes
The match, scheduled for 8pm, is the penultimate game of the season. Arsenal sit just two points ahead of Manchester City. A win over already-relegated Burnley would push them closer to their first league title in over two decades. However, a victory will not seal the title, but it will move the Gunners closer. A draw or loss will shift the advantage into Manchester City's hands. The Citizens will travel to the Vitality Stadium to face AFC Bournemouth on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
Fan Reactions
Fans have taken to social media to express their excitement. @Jojo_Royal01 said: "Emirates atmosphere must be unreal right now? Arsenal fans are fully behind the team for this one." @iambigjoe89 wrote: "Arsenal fans giving the team bus a hero welcome before facing Burnley. You'd think they were about to win the Champions League final. It's Burnley at home lol." @bondseven1 added: "Moods are very high, expectations far bigger than we can imagine." @harry_brig said: "That's a great show of support from the Arsenal fans. A warm welcome like that can really lift the team's spirits before a match. Hope it leads to a strong performance at the Emirates!" @ogamba_vivian wrote: "What a sight! The support is unreal as always, turning up like this before every game really shows what Arsenal means to its fans. Let's take that energy into the Emirates and get the win!"
Supercomputer Prediction
Earlier, Opta's supercomputer updated its prediction for the 2025/26 Premier League season after Manchester City defeated Crystal Palace. Manchester City closed the gap on Arsenal at the top of the table to two points after their 3-0 win over Palace at the Etihad Stadium.
