Premier League Top 5: Standings & Final Fixtures (Matchweek 36)

As the Premier League season approaches its conclusion, the competition for Champions League qualification intensifies with each matchday. Liverpool secured the Premier League title by defeating Tottenham Hotspur on April 27.

With the three relegation teams already determined, the focus shifts entirely to the contest for European qualification. Arsenal, Newcastle United, Manchester City, Chelsea, Aston Villa, and Nottingham Forest are in contention, with only six points separating Arsenal in second place from Nottingham Forest in seventh.

England has five Champions League qualification spots available, a result of Arsenal’s success in eliminating Real Madrid during this season’s quarterfinals.

Premier League Standings

Examine the last two matches for each Premier League team competing for a spot in the Champions League following Matchweek 36.

Arsenal’s Final Two Premier League Fixtures

Arsenal’s Last Two Premier League Matches Arsenal secured a draw at Anfield; however, their challenges are not over. A robust performance against Newcastle United next week is essential for them to achieve Champions League qualification.

Newcastle United’s Final Two Premier League Fixtures

In April, Newcastle United has achieved a record of 6 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss, with their only setbacks being a defeat and a draw against Aston Villa and Brighton, respectively. Their victory over Chelsea, who were reduced to ten players, has established a three-point advantage between the two teams, placing Newcastle in third and Chelsea in fifth. Additionally, Newcastle holds a four-goal advantage in goal differential over Chelsea.

Manchester City’s Final Two Premier League Fixtures

Manchester City encountered a significant setback on Saturday, drawing against relegated Southampton. They are currently one point behind Newcastle, yet maintain a two-point advantage over Chelsea. Their fate remains in their own hands, as they will secure qualification by winning their last two matches against Bournemouth and Fulham. However, prior to their encounter with Andoni Iraola’s Bournemouth, they have an opportunity to claim silverware in the FA Cup final on May 17 against Crystal Palace. Securing a trophy in what has been a disappointing season by Pep Guardiola’s standards could provide the necessary motivation to achieve a second-place finish.

Chelsea’s Final Two Premier League Fixtures

Chelsea will be missing Nicolas Jackson for the remainder of the season following his red card in the match against Newcastle. They face two challenging fixtures to conclude the season, one against Manchester United and the other against Forest. Although the Red Devils are nearer to the relegation zone than to the Champions League positions, they are currently riding a wave of momentum after qualifying for the Europa League final. The match against Forest on May 25 may prove to be crucial for securing the fifth and final spot.

Aston Villa’s Final Two Premier League Fixtures

Aston Villa triumphed over Bournemouth even while finishing the match with a reduced squad of 10 players. Following a commendable showing in UEFA’s premier tournament this season, Unai Emery is keen to prepare his team for the upcoming season. Due to their unfavorable goal differential, they will probably need to secure qualification based solely on points. They conclude the season facing both finalists of the Europa League, hoping for mistakes from teams positioned above them.

Nottingham Forest’s Final Two Premier League Fixtures

The team must avoid further mistakes following their draw with Leicester City. They will compete against West Ham United next week, but their upcoming match against Chelsea may determine their qualification for either the Europa League or the Champions League for the next season.