What happened
Nottingham Forest are mathematically safe in the Premier League after drawing 1-1 with Newcastle United and seeing Arsenal beat West Ham 1-0 later Sunday. Elliot Anderson scored Forest's equalizer after Harvey Barnes put Newcastle ahead, while Leandro Trossard got Arsenal's winner in London. With two matches remaining, Forest can no longer be caught by West Ham in the final relegation place.
Why it matters
The result ends Forest's survival fight and locks in another top-flight season, a significant swing after they entered the weekend still needing help elsewhere. It also ties into the wider title race, with Arsenal's win at West Ham carrying stakes at both ends of the table.
The data edge
Forest: 1-1 vs Newcastle on May 10, 2026. West Ham: 0-1 vs Arsenal on May 10, 2026. Forest move to 43 points after 36 matches; West Ham stay on 36 after 36. Forest had held a far superior goal difference entering the day, and the seven-point gap with two games left makes West Ham unable to catch them.
What to watch
Forest can now play out their final two league matches without relegation pressure. The remaining watch is on West Ham and Tottenham in the battle to avoid the last drop spot, while Arsenal's title chase continues.