European Spots Still to Be Decided
As the 2024-25 Premier League season concludes, there’s still plenty to play for. While Liverpool were crowned champions weeks ago and all relegation spots have been confirmed, Sunday’s matches—kicking off at 16:00 BST—carry major European implications.
Five teams are still in the mix for three Champions League places. Manchester City, Newcastle, and Chelsea currently occupy those positions and know wins would seal their qualification. Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest need favourable results elsewhere to sneak in.
The Europa and Conference League places remain complicated. Brighton and Brentford could still secure a European place, depending on Chelsea’s result and how far Newcastle’s Carabao Cup win stretches the slots.
Salah Chasing Multiple Records
Mohamed Salah is on the verge of collecting his fourth Premier League Golden Boot. With 28 goals and 18 assists, he leads the scoring chart and is just one goal involvement away from setting a new Premier League record.
Salah also has a slim shot at the European Golden Shoe, but would need four goals against Crystal Palace to overtake Kylian Mbappe.
Golden Glove Showdown
Arsenal’s David Raya and Forest’s Matz Sels are tied with 13 clean sheets. Whoever finishes ahead—or if both keep a clean sheet—will share or claim the 2025 Golden Glove.
Spurs Could Break Another Record
Tottenham Hotspur may finish as the lowest-placed European trophy winner in Premier League history. Their Europa League triumph over Manchester United means they’ll be in next season’s Champions League despite sitting 17th ahead of the final game.
Farewells Across the League
Several players will likely make their final appearance for their clubs:
- Trent Alexander-Arnold – Set to join Real Madrid; his Liverpool farewell depends on Arne Slot’s lineup decision.
- Kevin De Bruyne – Expected to leave Manchester City after a glittering spell.
- Joel Ward – Exiting Crystal Palace after 13 years.
- Dean Huijsen – Playing final game for Bournemouth before a £50m switch to Real Madrid.
- West Ham departures – Cresswell, Fabianski, Ings, and Coufal all set to leave.
Will Southampton Hit 30 Defeats?
Already relegated, Southampton could set a grim Premier League record with a 30th defeat if they lose to Arsenal. They currently share the record (29) with Derby, Sheffield United, Ipswich, and Sunderland.
Managers on the Brink?
No managerial exits are confirmed, but Ange Postecoglou and Ruud van Nistelrooy are rumoured to be heading for the door—despite the former ending Spurs’ 17-year trophy drought.
Final Day Fixtures to Watch
- Fulham vs Manchester City
- Manchester United vs Aston Villa
- Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea
- Newcastle vs Everton
- Tottenham vs Brighton
- Wolves vs Brentford
With so much still to play for, the Premier League’s final day promises drama, farewells, and potential history in the making.