The results set the tone for a relegation run-in that will begin when the Premier League returns over Easter weekend. Everton find themselves on the cusp of a third consecutive survival dogfight only because of a six-point deduction handed to the club for breaching Premier League financial rules. But the Blues face a second case, set to be heard this month, that could lead to another deduction, while Forest also face the same threat.
The result is uncertainty over how the relegation battle will unfold. That off-the-pitch chaos for Everton and Forest will offer hope to Brentford, who slumped to defeat at Burnley on Saturday and so are only one point better off. The potential for further deductions this season offers hope to Luton too but could also bring Burnley into play. The Clarets are eight points behind Everton and Forest after their home win over Brentford and so would require significant sanctions for the clubs to see a route to safety.
Everton next five Premier League fixtures
March 30: Bournemouth (A)
April 2: Newcastle United (A)
April 6: Burnley (H)
April 15: Chelsea (A)
April 20: Nottingham Forest (H)
Brentford next five Premier League fixtures
March 30: Manchester Utd (H)
April 3: Brighton (H)
April 6: Aston Villa (A)
April 13: Sheffield United (H)
April 20: Luton Town (A)
Nottingham Forest next five Premier League fixtures
March 30: Crystal Palace (H)
April 2: Fulham (H)
April 8: Tottenham Hotspur (A)
April 13: Wolverhampton Wanderers (H)
April 20: Everton (A)
Luton Town next five Premier League fixtures
March 30: Tottenham Hotspur (A)
April 3: Arsenal (A)
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