The Premier League final day had a lot of drama, and the Champions League spots had it all.
The top 4 race in the Premier League hit its peak on the final match day. Three spots were up for grabs, and Chelsea, Newcastle, Aston Villa, Manchester City, and Nottingham Forest were all in the mix. A win would guarantee a UCL spot, but a loss or draw would change the dynamic in a split second.
The results from the final day left many mouths ajar. Manchester City and Chelsea got crucial wins to secure a UCL spot. They finished 3rd and 4th, respectively, with 71 and 69 points. Chelsea’s win condemned Nottingham Forest to 7th place and a spot in the Europa Conference League playoffs, which they hadn’t hoped for.
In a turn of events, Newcastle and Aston Villa suffered losses on the final day. Newcastle lost 1-0 to Everton while Aston Villa suffered a 2-0 thumping from Manchester United. Aston Villa keeper Emi Martinez got a red card in the match, which was the beginning of Villa’s downfall.
With the results now confirmed and UCL spots, Aston Villa, Nottingham Forest can lick their wounds and prepare to do better next season, while for Chelsea, Newcastle and City can celebrate this win and make preparations to play even better next season.
