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Trai Hume’s first-half volley sealed a historic 2-1 win over Chelsea, earning Sunderland a Europa League berth just four years after their League One playoff triumph. Regis le Bris’s side defied odds to finish seventh in the Premier League, capping a meteoric rise under the French coach.
Pep Guardiola left Manchester City with a 1-2 victory at Aston Villa, ending his eight-year tenure on a high. Villa’s 20-year-old striker, Oscar Bobb, scored twice to secure a historic upset at Villa Park.
Pep Guardiola confirmed his exit from Manchester City in his final post-match interview, calling the farewell 'incredible.' The 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa marked the emotional end of his eight-year tenure at the club.
Morgan Gibbs-White’s composed finish from the edge of the box silenced critics and staked his claim for England’s Euro 2024 squad as Nottingham Forest held Bournemouth to a 1-1 draw at the City Ground. Bournemouth missed the chance to leapfrog Liverpool into the Champions League places with the draw, while Forest extended an unbeaten run to five games.
Tottenham Hotspur secured Premier League survival with a dramatic win over Everton on the final day, yet supporters’ banner revealed deeper frustration. The result salvaged a season of mediocrity, but the club faces an urgent reckoning over ownership and ambition.
Burnley and Wolves played out a lifeless 1-1 draw at Turf Moor on Sunday, capping catastrophic Premier League campaigns with a game devoid of drama. Both sides were long since relegated, leaving only hollow symbolism in their final outing.
Manchester City suffered a 2-1 loss to Aston Villa in Pep Guardiola’s final home match as manager. Ollie Watkins scored twice as Villa secured their first league win at the Etihad since 2013.
Bruno Fernandes shattered the Premier League single-season assist record with a masterclass against Brighton as Manchester United closed their campaign with a commanding 3-0 victory. The Portuguese playmaker now holds the mark previously held by Thierry Henry, cementing his place among the league's elite creators.
Sunderland secured their first Europa League qualification in 53 years with a dramatic 2-1 victory over Chelsea at the Stadium of Light on Saturday. The result eliminates the Blues from European contention and marks the Black Cats’ return to continental competition since 1973.
Andoni Iraola departs Bournemouth just days after securing the club’s historic Europa League qualification. The Spanish coach’s final press conference revealed tensions over transfer strategy and a fractured relationship with the board.
Fulham secured a dominant 2-0 victory over Newcastle United on the final day of the Premier League season, closing with a statement performance. Thomas Cairney’s long-range strike and a late header from Carlos Vinícius sealed a statement finish.
Liverpool secured their Premier League top-four finish and Champions League return for 2024-25 with a nervy 1-1 draw at Brentford. Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson played their final matches for the Reds, ending a transformative era at Anfield.
Arsenal secured their first Premier League crown with a 2-1 victory over Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park. The win capped a dominant season under Mikel Arteta as Bukayo Saka and Declan Rice struck late to seal the title.
West Ham United’s top-flight era crumbles in agonising fashion after a 3-0 defeat to Leeds United condemned the Hammers to relegation on the final day of the season. Manager David Moyes’ side, who secured a crucial 3-0 win on Saturday, were mathematically dragged down by Aston Villa’s 2-1 victory over Brighton, sealing their Championship fate.
Tottenham Hotspur secured Premier League survival in a dramatic 1-0 victory over Everton at Goodison Park on Saturday. João Palhinha’s 43rd-minute header broke the deadlock, capping a nervy afternoon as Spurs clung on under intense pressure from Sean Dyche’s side.
Tottenham survived relegation with a hard-fought 1-0 win over Everton, but manager Roberto De Zerbi insists the work begins now. The club’s leadership has already signaled sweeping changes for the summer.
Andoni Iraola leaves Bournemouth on a high after securing a surprise European move worth up to €8 million. The La Liga side triggered his release clause just hours after the Premier League season ended.
Arsenal secured the 2025-26 Premier League title with a 2-1 victory over Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park on Saturday, capping a season of dominance under Mikel Arteta. The Gunners lifted the trophy in front of over 25,000 jubilant fans, marking their first league title in 20 years.
West Ham United’s 12-year spell in the Premier League ends with relegation after a 2-1 defeat to Brighton. The club now faces immediate financial and structural shake-up as they plan for life in England’s second tier.
Nuno Espírito Santo accuses Premier League hierarchy of rigging relegation in favour of Leeds United. West Ham’s 3-0 demolition of already-relegated Leeds on final day called ‘a sham’ as club demands formal investigation into match-fixing allegations.
Bruno Fernandes set a new Premier League assist record during Manchester United's final-day victory over Brighton. Manager Michael Carrick hailed the midfielder's 'instinctive' creativity, calling it a game-changer for the club's future.
Arsenal secured their first Premier League crown in 22 years while Liverpool edged Tottenham to the Europa League spot in a final-day thriller. Aston Villa sealed Champions League qualification as Wolves and Burnley face the drop.
After ending a two-year absence, Liverpool’s Champions League return under Arne Slot raises urgent questions about their long-term direction. The Reds secured their spot on Tuesday, but signs of systemic instability loom over Anfield.
Cristian Romero abandoned his Argentina league final to rush back to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, where a win against Everton will secure Premier League survival. The club’s medical staff cleared his return despite concerns over his World Cup readiness.