Sunday Showdowns Set Stage for Champions League Drama Arsenal Secure Champions League Spot

Arsenal clinched a place in next season’s UEFA Champions League after a 1-0 win over Newcastle United, thanks to a goal from Declan Rice. The result confirmed the Gunners' qualification alongside champions Liverpool.

Tight Race for Final Spots
The Premier League table is now set for a dramatic final day, with five teams separated by just one point in the battle for the last three Champions League places:


66 points: Newcastle, Chelsea, Aston Villa


65 points: Manchester City*, Nottingham Forest
(*City have one game in hand, playing Bournemouth on Tuesday.)

This season, five English teams can qualify for the Champions League due to strong performances in Europe.

Weekend Highlights


Nottingham Forest boosted their top-five hopes with a 2-1 win over West Ham.


Jamie Vardy scored in his 500th and final game for Leicester, marking an emotional farewell.


Fulham came from behind to defeat Brentford 3-2.


Everton fans bid farewell to Goodison Park as the club prepares to move to Bramley-Moore Dock.

Upcoming Fixtures
Monday, 19 May:


Brighton vs Liverpool (20:00 BST)

Tuesday, 20 May:


Crystal Palace vs Wolves


Manchester City vs Bournemouth

Final Day: Sunday, 25 May (16:00 BST)


A full slate of matches including:


Manchester United vs Aston Villa


Newcastle United vs Everton


Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea


Southampton vs Arsenal


Liverpool vs Crystal Palace