UMVA has learned that the Premier League season for 2025/26 has come to a thrilling close, with Tottenham Hotspur narrowly avoiding relegation on the final day of the 38-game campaign.
The north London club secured their spot in the top flight next season with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Everton, courtesy of a goal from Joao Palhinha. This result overshadowed West Ham's 3-0 win against Leeds, which ultimately proved insufficient to keep them from being relegated to the Championship.
Roberto De Zerbi's side celebrated wildly as they ensured their place in the Premier League, despite a largely disappointing campaign that saw them finish in 17th place for the second consecutive year.
In a stunning achievement, Bruno Fernandes of Manchester United etched his name in Premier League history by breaking the assist record with his 21st assist of the season. This eclipsed the previous joint record held by two football legends.
Fernandes's remarkable performance has solidified his position as Manchester United's most important player and potentially the best player in the English top flight. His impressive display has been a highlight of an otherwise settled season for the Red Devils.
Arsenal, who were already crowned Premier League champions, added another win to their tally with a 2-1 victory against Crystal Palace. The Gunners rested several key players in preparation for the upcoming Champions League final but still managed to secure a convincing win.
Manchester City, meanwhile, bowed out of the season with a defeat to Aston Villa in an emotional final game for Pep Guardiola and departing star Bernardo Silva. The match was marked by tributes to the departing legends, with the home crowd visibly moved.
In other notable results, newly-promoted Sunderland pulled off a remarkable 7th place finish to secure Europa League football, while Bournemouth secured a spot in the same competition. Liverpool's draw against Brentford dented their Champions League hopes, but they still finished with a respectable 6th place.
The final day of the Premier League season was also marked by emotional farewells, including Mohamed Salah and Andrew Roberson's last games for Liverpool. The fans at Anfield gave them an incredible sendoff, showcasing the deep connection between the players and their supporters.
As the season drew to a close, several teams secured their spots in European competitions. Brighton will compete in the Europa Conference League, while Chelsea missed out on Europe altogether after a 10th place finish.
