Five Premier League Teams Separated by One Point in Champions League Race

Arsenal secured their place in next season's Champions League with a 1-0 victory over Newcastle United, thanks to a decisive goal from Declan Rice. This win moved Arsenal to 71 points, effectively confirming their runners-up spot behind Liverpool and putting them out of reach of other contenders except Manchester City, who still have two games left but a worse goal difference. Newcastle, currently third, must win their final game against Everton to guarantee a top-five finish and direct Champions League qualification. The final Premier League day promises intense competition among Newcastle, Manchester City, Chelsea, Aston Villa, and Nottingham Forest for the remaining three Champions League spots. Arsenal's manager Mikel Arteta expressed relief after a challenging period, while Newcastle's Eddie Howe acknowledged the race will go to the wire, emphasizing the need for calm and a strong final effort. The weekend also saw Everton bid farewell to Goodison Park with a victory and Crystal Palace win their first FA Cup, defeating Manchester City in the final.