Tottenham Hotspur hold a narrow two-point cushion at 38 points from 36 games in the Premier League table, placing them directly in line for 17th place and survival with two fixtures remaining. Their recent 1-1 draw against Leeds United preserved that edge while West Ham United sit two points adrift in 18th with a worse goal difference and tougher remaining schedule that includes a trip to Newcastle. Nottingham Forest and Crystal Palace, both on 43-44 points in mid-table, retain slim mathematical chances of sliding into 17th only if results collapse in the final weeks, though their superior form and points totals make such drops unlikely. Leeds United’s stronger standing further reduces their probability, leaving trader consensus to reflect Spurs’ slight advantage in the closing relegation scramble.