THE last matchday of the Premier League season will take place on Sunday – and so much is still to be decided.
Arsenal and Manchester City are in a two-horse race for this season’s title.
Pep Guardiola‘s side gave their hopes of a fourth straight Premier League triumph a boost after they beat Tottenham 2-0 to go two points clear at the top ahead of the final day.
But all hope is not lost for Arsenal as they look to secure their first top flight title since their invincible season in 2003/04.
The Gunners must beat Everton on the final day – and hope that London rivals West Ham can avoid defeat at the Etihad.
But with two sides on either end of the country in with a chance of lifting the trophy – what do the Premier League do to prepare for such an occasion?
There are TWO identical Premier League trophies, which include an engraved base detailing past top flight winners.
During the season, one is displayed by the Premier League champions, while the other is used by the league.
The current champions are forced to return their trophy to the Premier League at least three weeks before the final league match of the season.
This is because circumstances such as the one on Sunday can arise with the potential of two different teams being crowned champions.
So, come the final day of the 2023/24 Premier League season, identical trophies will be waiting at both Man City’s Etihad stadium and Arsenal’s Emirates stadium.
In addition to this, 40 winners’ medals will be at each ground.
Alongside the silverware, the Premier League will provide podiums and fireworks at both stadiums.
An expert engraver will be on hand at both arenas to etch the required team’s name onto the trophy after they lift it.
