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Cameron Smith

Thu 21 May 2026 11:40, UK

Leeds United and West Ham United are preparing to lock horns on the final day of the Premier League campaign.

Just a matter of months ago, Sunday’s fixture was labelled as a survival decider, with the Whites and the Hammers fighting for the same patch of land in the standings.

Now, Daniel Farke’s side have been safe for two matches already, with West Ham’s loss against Arsenal two weeks ago sealing their spot in the top flight for another year.

As a result, Leeds head to the London Stadium with little but pride to play for, while Nuno Espirito Santo’s Irons sit 18th, two points from safety.

Heading into the weekend, Opta’s supercomputer has had its say on whether the West Yorkshire outfit will end the season on a high.

Leeds made second favourites for West Ham clash

After a difficult start to the season, Farke and his side turned things around over the festive period.

Since then, they have continued to build momentum, sealing their place in the division with three games to spare.

However, the Whites could be about to see their eight match unbeaten run come to an end in East London, with West Ham handed a 44 per cent chance of taking victory as they scrap for their lives.

This may not be the biggest surprise to Leeds fans, with Farke’s group currently riddled with injuries heading into the summer.

But for Nuno, this may not be enough to secure survival, with the supercomputer suggesting that Tottenham will beat Everton, with a 51.1 per cent likelihood of a win for the Lilywhites.

For Leeds, though, they can enjoy the occasion on the final day of what has been a remarkable year.

Leeds can enjoy occasion as West Ham clash awaits

At the start of the season, survival was the obvious aim for Farke and his side.

And even after a difficult start, Leeds have passed that test with flying colours – a testament to the continued growth throughout the term.

As a result, there is nothing but pride to play for on Sunday, thanks to a scintillating run since the return from the international break.

Alongside a day out in the capital, the travelling contingent have the opportunity to watch the relegation battle unfold in front of their own eyes, without Leeds being involved in it.

Leeds fans would have bitten your hands off for this scenario at the start of the term, especially when the chance is there to see it in person against a side directly in the thick of it.

It has been a sensational year for Leeds, and with that comes the reward of fully enjoying the final day of the season without any pressure.