A hectic final day could be in store as five clubs chase three qualification spots
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A thrilling finale to the Premier League looks set to be in store as the chase for Champions League places is decided in a dramatic denouement to the season.
While the title has long since been wrapped up by Liverpool and the relegated trio were condemned to their fate weeks ago, a hectic scramble between five clubs for three qualification spots ensures a nerve-jangling end to the season. Manchester City, Newcastle and Chelsea begin the day occupying third, fourth and fifth and know that a win will be enough to book their spot in the top tier of continental competition next season.
Lurking with intent, though, are Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest — who host Enzo Maresca’s side at the City Ground in a crucial final fixture that could well swing things their way. Villa, meanwhile, take on a Manchester United side reeling from Europa League final defeat, while Manchester City are at Fulham and Newcastle welcome Everton to Tyneside.
Follow the latest updates from the City Ground, plus all of the twists and turns as they happen from around the league in our live blog below:
Premier League final day LIVE
The Premier League season concludes with 10 fixtures all kicking off at 4pm BST
Five clubs are chasing three Champions League qualification places
Nottingham Forest host Chelsea in a crucial clash at the City Ground that could prove decisive
Manchester City, Newcastle and Aston Villa are also in the hunt for a top five finish
5 minutes ago
Can Forest beat Chelsea?
Chelsea have lost their final league match in just two of their last 13 campaigns (eight wins, three draws).
However, they are winless in the last three seasons they have finished away from home (one draw, two defeats).
Mike Jones25 May 2025 14:30
11 minutes ago
Back-to-back for Forest
Nottingham Forest are vying to win consecutive top-flight matches for just the second time since a six-game winning streak ended on 6 January.
Even if they lose today, their total of 65 points more than doubles their figure from 2023-24, when they finished with 32 points after four were deducted for breaching profitability and sustainability rules.
Mike Jones25 May 2025 14:24
17 minutes ago
Nottingham Forest ban Gary Neville from final game as Sky Sports forced to change plans
Sky Sports have been forced to change their plans for coverage on the final day of the Premier League after Nottingham Forest took the extraordinary step of banning Gary Neville from the City Ground.
Neville, Sky’s lead co-commentator, had been due to provide commentary on the crucial clash between the hosts and Chelsea with both sides looking to book their place in next season’s Champions League.
Nottingham Forest ban Neville from final game as Sky Sports forced to revamp plans
Neville was denied accreditation for the Premier League clash with Chelsea and will no longer be part of Sky’s coverage
Harry Latham-Coyle25 May 2025 14:18
24 minutes ago
Premier League top five permutations
7th - Nottingham Forest
Points: 65
Goal difference: +13
Final fixture: Chelsea (H)
What they need: To beat Chelsea, no other result will be good enough unless Manchester United beat Aston Villa and Newcastle lose by nine to Everton - the latter of which will surely not happen.
If Forest win, they would still need one other result to go their way, so Newcastle failing to beat Everton, or Aston Villa failing to beat Manchester United.
Mike Jones25 May 2025 14:12
29 minutes ago
Premier League top five permutations
6th - Aston Villa
Points: 66
Goal difference: +9
Final fixture: Manchester United (A)
What they need: Unai Emery’s side are the in-form team in the division and go to a Manchester United side who will be playing in the Europa League final on Wednesday night. Villa’s are not in their hands, however, with Manchester City going above them after beating Bournemouth in midweek.
Villa will need to win and hope one of Newcastle, Manchester City or Chelsea fail to pick up three points on the final day.
Mike Jones25 May 2025 14:06
36 minutes ago
Premier League top five permutations
5th - Chelsea
Points: 66
Goal difference: +20
Final fixture: Nottingham Forest (A)
What they need: Chelsea’s fate is also in their hands as they travel to a top-five contender at the City Ground. A win would be enough for Enzo Maresca’s side to finish in the top five while eliminating Forest.
A draw would leave Chelsea open to being knocked out of the top-five by Aston Villa. But a draw would be enough to qualify if Aston Villa fail to win and Newcastle lose.
If Chelsea lose, Nottingham Forest would go ahead of them and Chelsea would need the following: Aston Villa to lose at Manchester United, plus Newcastle lose at home to Everton, and lose by three goals more.
Mike Jones25 May 2025 14:00
41 minutes ago
Premier League top five permutations
4th - Newcastle United
Points: 66
Goal difference: +22
Final fixture: Everton (H)
What they need: Defeat to Arsenal means there will be some nerves when Newcastle host Everton at St James’ Park - but they know a win will book a return to the Champions League for the second time in three years.
If Newcastle draw or lose, they could be overtaken by Aston Villa and one of Chelsea or Nottingham Forest, but three points will be enough given their goal difference is far superior to Villa’s.
Mike Jones25 May 2025 13:54
47 minutes ago
Premier League top five permutations
3rd - Manchester City
Points: 68
Goal difference: +26
Final fixture: Fulham (A)
What they need: After picking up a crucial win in their game in hand against Bournemouth, a solitary point on the final day should be enough for City to finish in the top five, due to the fact they possess a far superior goal difference to Villa.
If City lose, their fate will not be in their hands. But they could still qualify on 68 points if Chelsea and Nottingham Forest draw on the final day.
Mike Jones25 May 2025 13:48
54 minutes ago
An easy job for City?
Manchester City have beaten Fulham in each of the last 17 encounters in all competitions.
It's the longest winning run one English league side has had against another in history.
Should City extend that run today they’ll easily finish third and secure their place in Europe’s top flight.
(Martin Rickett/PA Wire)
Mike Jones25 May 2025 13:42
59 minutes ago
Mohamed Salah named Premier League Player of the Season
Liverpool talisman Mohamed Salah has been named the Premier League Player of the Season.
The Egyptian brings home the award after a stunning individual campaign, propelling the Reds to title glory by notching 28 goals and 18 assists in 37 Premier League games.
It is the second time Salah, 32, has claimed the accolade, which is decided by combining public votes with those from a panel of football experts, having also won it after his spellbinding debut season at Anfield in 2017/18.
Mohamed Salah named Premier League Player of the Season
Salah picks up the award for a second time after a stellar campaign
Will Castle25 May 2025 13:36
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