The 2025/26 Premier League season concluded on Sunday, 24 May 2026, with a dramatic and emotional Matchday 38 that delivered twists across the table. From title celebrations to relegation battles and emotional farewells, the final day had everything.
Arsenal Lift the Premier League Trophy
Softfootball reporters confirmed that Arsenal officially received the Premier League trophy, having already secured the title before their final match. They wrapped up the season with a 2–1 win over Crystal Palace, finishing on 85 points.
Arsenal fans celebrated wildly, joining Victor Gyökeres in his signature celebration. Remarkably, Gyökeres has now won the league in each of his last three seasons.
Captain Martin Ødegaard reflected on the team’s resilience:
You always have the doubt and the fear that you’re not going to make it… but we had that belief in ourselves and even in the toughest moments this season we really stuck together.
Arsenal players also insisted this triumph is not the end, promising they will be ready to defend the title next season.
Chelsea Collapse to 10th After Sunderland Defeat
Chelsea entered the final day needing a win to secure Europa League qualification, but instead suffered a 1–2 defeat to Sunderland. The loss capped a shocking decline, as Chelsea fell from top‑four contenders to 10th place, missing out on all European competitions.
Liverpool Secure Champions League Football
Liverpool played out a 1–1 draw with Brentford, a result that disappointed fans but still ensured Champions League qualification.
The match marked the final Liverpool appearances for Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson, adding emotional weight to the occasion.
The Liverpool manager addressed next season’s plans:
We brought in a lot of players last season. When they’re available again, that will be a change.”
Every football club will sign one or two and we will do that. We need everyone available and then our results will be better.”
Pep Guardiola’s Final Match as Manchester City Manager
At the Etihad, it was an emotional farewell for Pep Guardiola, who managed his final game for Manchester City. Club captain Bernardo Silva also played his last match, closing a historic chapter for the club.
Tottenham Survive as West Ham gets Relegated
The relegation battle delivered its own drama. Roberto De Zerbi guided Tottenham to safety with a 1–0 win over Everton, rescuing Spurs from the drop on the final day.
Despite a 3–0 win over Leeds United, West Ham were relegated, joining Burnley and Wolves in the bottom three.
Final Day Summary
- Arsenal crowned 2025/26 English premier league champions
- Chelsea finish 10th, no Europe competiiton
- Liverpool secure Champions League
- Manchester City say goodbye to Guardiola
- Tottenham survived relegation
- West Ham relegated despite winning
The 2025/26 Premier League season ends with triumph, heartbreak, and unforgettable storylines, a fitting finale to a dramatic campaign.
