The final matchday of the 2025/26 Premier League season delivered a captivating mix of celebrations, heartbreak, and historic moments across the country, as champions were crowned, legends bid emotional farewells, and the battle for survival went right down to the wire. With the title, European spots, and top-flight status all at stake, fans were treated to a dramatic conclusion that perfectly encapsulated the very essence of English football’s elite.
Match Results
| Home Team | Score | Away Team |
|---|---|---|
| Brighton & Hove Albion | 0 - 3 | Manchester United |
| Burnley | 1 - 1 | Wolverhampton Wanderers |
| Crystal Palace | 1 - 2 | Arsenal |
| Fulham | 2 - 0 | Newcastle United |
| Liverpool | 1 - 1 | Brentford |
| Manchester City | 1 - 2 | Aston Villa |
| Nottingham Forest | 1 - 1 | AFC Bournemouth |
| Sunderland | 2 - 1 | Chelsea |
| Tottenham Hotspur | 1 - 0 | Everton |
| West Ham United | 3 - 0 | Leeds United |
The headline of the day belongs to Arsenal FC, who ended a 22-year wait by lifting the Premier League trophy thanks to a 2-1 victory away at Crystal Palace FC. Goals from Gabriel Jesus and Noni Madueke saw the Gunners finish seven points clear at the top, sparking wild celebrations among the travelling supporters and capping off a season of dominance. The triumph at Selhurst Park rewarded a campaign defined by resilience and attacking flair, as Mikel Arteta’s side finally brought a long drought to an end.
Meanwhile, at the Amex Stadium, Manchester United FC sent a strong message for the future with a commanding 3-0 win over Brighton & Hove Albion FC. The match featured captain Bruno Fernandes’ 21st Premier League assist of the season—a new record—as the Red Devils secured third place and a long-awaited return to the Champions League. The performance offered a glimpse of what could be in store under Michael Carrick, with a major squad overhaul reportedly in the works.
Elsewhere, the day was tinged with emotion as several legends bid farewell. At Anfield, Mohamed Salah’s final appearance in a Liverpool FC shirt ended in a 1-1 draw with Brentford FC, Curtis Jones opening the scoring before Kevin Schade equalised with a header. Former captain Jordan Henderson received a warm welcome on his return, while Andrew Robertson was also given a rousing send-off in his last home game. In Manchester, Manchester City FC fans witnessed the end of an era as Pep Guardiola departed after a decade at the helm, his side falling 2-1 to an inspired Aston Villa FC. Emotional farewells for Bernardo Silva and John Stones underlined the winds of change sweeping through the Etihad.
The relegation battle also provided its share of drama. Tottenham Hotspur FC secured their Premier League survival with a tense 1-0 win over Everton FC, condemning West Ham United FC to relegation despite their emphatic 3-0 victory over Leeds United FC. The emotional rollercoaster continued at Turf Moor, where Burnley FC and Wolverhampton Wanderers FC played out a 1-1 draw, sealing both clubs’ farewells to the top flight. Meanwhile, Sunderland AFC capped their remarkable Premier League return by clinching a Europa League spot with a 2-1 win over Chelsea FC, matching their best-ever top-flight finish.
In other matches, Fulham FC finished on a high with a 2-0 win over a lacklustre Newcastle United FC, while Nottingham Forest FC shared the points with AFC Bournemouth (1-1), a match highlighted by the announcement of a long-term contract extension for star defender Murillo.
As the curtain falls on the 2025/26 Premier League season, fans can look back on a campaign defined by records, emotional farewells, and moments of pure drama. While the new champions savour their glory and legends turn the page, the stage is already set for another thrilling chapter when August rolls around.