Premier League Matchweek 30: The numbers to know

Arsenal look to extend lead, Manchester United host Aston Villa, and Nottingham Forest face Fulham in key matchups

Mar. 14, 2026 at 5:05am

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A record nine English clubs competed in European knockout football this week, but only one of them won. So now the focus shifts back to the domestic league. And Gameweek 30 offers no time for reflection, with key matchups between Arsenal and Everton, Manchester United and Aston Villa, and Nottingham Forest and Fulham.

Why it matters

The Premier League title race, top-four battle, and relegation fight are all heating up, and the results from this weekend's matches could have major implications for the rest of the season.

The details

Arsenal have scored 21 non-penalty set-piece goals this season, more than any other side, while Everton have conceded just six from set-piece situations, the lowest in the league. Manchester City's Erling Haaland has scored more Premier League goals against West Ham than any other opponent, 11 in just seven starts. Aston Villa's midfield availability has been crucial to their success, with the team averaging 2.3 points per game when Boubacar Kamara, John McGinn and Youri Tielemans all start, compared to just 0.8 when any one of them is absent. Nottingham Forest have the lowest shot-conversion rate in the division at 7.5 per cent, with just 28 goals scored all season despite ranking in the top 10 for total shots.

  • Arsenal and Everton play on Saturday, March 14, 2026.
  • Manchester City visit West Ham on Saturday, March 14, 2026.
  • Manchester United host Aston Villa on Sunday, March 15, 2026.
  • Nottingham Forest host Fulham on Saturday, March 14, 2026.

The players

Erling Haaland

A striker for Manchester City who has scored more Premier League goals against West Ham than any other opponent.

Boubacar Kamara

A midfielder for Aston Villa who has been crucial to the team's success, with Villa averaging 2.3 points per game when he starts.

John McGinn

A midfielder for Aston Villa who has been crucial to the team's success, with Villa averaging 2.3 points per game when he starts.

Youri Tielemans

A midfielder for Aston Villa who has been crucial to the team's success, with Villa averaging 2.3 points per game when he starts.

Chris Wood

A striker for Nottingham Forest who has been absent since October with a knee injury.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights growing concerns in the community about repeat offenders released on bail, raising questions about bail reform, public safety on SF streets, and if any special laws to govern autonomous vehicles in residential and commercial areas.