Spurs secured their spot in next season’s Europa League with a commanding 3-0 victory over Sheffield United. Meanwhile, Chelsea’s fate remains uncertain as they anxiously await the result of the FA Cup final to determine which competition they will be playing in next season.
In the early stages of Tottenham’s match against Sheffield United, Chelsea had a glimmer of hope as the north Londoners appeared a bit shaky. However, Spurs quickly took control of the game when Dejan Kulusevski, playing as a striker, scored from a tight angle after being set up by Heung-min Son. This goal gave Tottenham a firm grip on the match, despite the hosts’ early pressure.
Tottenham dominated possession in the first half, with 72% of the ball, and had multiple shots on target, including a close effort from Rodrigo Bentancur that hit the inside of the post. Their dominance continued after the break, as Pedro Porro scored a thunderous shot during a goal-mouth scramble. Kulusevski later added his second goal of the game to seal the victory for Spurs.
Meanwhile, Chelsea got off to a strong start against Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge. Moises Caicedo opened his account for the club with a remarkable goal. After Bournemouth’s goalkeeper rushed off his line and cleared the ball, it fell to Caicedo on the halfway line. He calmly struck a stunning shot that floated over a crowd of players and found the back of the net.
Early in the second half, Chelsea extended their lead when Raheem Sterling made a blistering run down the left flank, cut inside, and fired a shot that slipped under the goalkeeper. Despite their narrow win, Chelsea’s fate in European competition hinges on the outcome of the FA Cup final.
Chelsea Secure Sixth Place in Premier League with Victory over Bournemouth
In a thrilling match, Chelsea secured a 2-1 victory over Bournemouth, earning them sixth place in the Premier League table. The game started off with a stunning goal from Caicedo for Chelsea, but Bournemouth quickly equalized with a deflected own goal from Benoit Badiashile. Despite facing intense pressure in the closing stages, Chelsea held on to secure the crucial win.
Newcastle United’s Strong Finish
Newcastle United ended their season on a high note with a dominant performance against Brentford. The Magpies put the Bees to the sword with a ruthless first-half display, scoring quick-fire goals from Harvey Barnes, Jacob Murphy, and Alexander Isak. Although Brentford threatened a comeback in the second half, Bruno Guimaraes sealed the victory for Newcastle with a goal, ensuring a 4-2 win.
European Fate Hangs in the Balance
Newcastle’s victory secured them seventh place in the Premier League, but their European fate is still uncertain. Manchester United, who finished outside the European places, can still claim a spot in the Europa League if they defeat Manchester City in the FA Cup final. If City wins, Newcastle will earn a spot in the Europa Conference League. However, if United emerges victorious, Chelsea will play in the third-tier competition instead. The final outcome will be determined next weekend.
