Newcastle United had a lucky escape as they join Manchester City and Chelsea in the Champions League, while Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest miss out.
The final day of the 2024/25 Premier League season was never likely to be a classic, considering the European places were the only thing needing to be settled, but there were a few twists and turns as teams switched positions.
Man City’s vital win over AFC Bournemouth in midweek left them one step away from Champions League qualification and they got over the line, winning 2-0 at Fulham on the final day to finish third and only three points behind second-placed Arsenal.
Pep Guardiola’s side were not made to sweat, but this cannot be said for the remaining four sides tussling…