The battle for survival is arguably more intense than the title race, with only two points separating 15th placed Leeds United from 18th placed West Ham.
Nottingham Forest climbed out of the bottom three following a goalless draw with Fulham, but they remain level on points with the Hammers.
Wolverhampton Wanderers appear increasingly doomed in 20th place, having won only three games all season, while Burnley sit ten points adrift of safety in 19th.
The upcoming fixtures, particularly those involving Tottenham, Forest, and West Ham, will likely determine who joins them in the Championship next season.
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