Premier League Final Day 2025/26: Shock Results, Record-Breaking Moments & Thrilling End to the Season

The 2025/26 English Premier League season came to a dramatic conclusion on Sunday, 24 May, with a packed final-day schedule delivering goals, surprises, and major talking points across the league. From record-breaking individual brilliance to unexpected defeats for big clubs, Matchday 38 had it all.

Manchester United headlined the day with a dominant away win over Brighton, while Arsenal, Chelsea, and Manchester City all featured in high-intensity clashes as the curtain fell on an unforgettable campaign.

Full-Time Premier League Results (Final Day 2025/26)

Here are the confirmed full-time results from the final day of the Premier League season:

• 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 Bournemouth

• Sunderland 2–1 Chelsea

• Tottenham Hotspur 1–0 Everton

• West Ham United 3–0 Leeds United

Matchday Highlights

Manchester United finish strong in style

Manchester United produced one of the standout performances of the final day, defeating Brighton 3–0 away from home. The result capped a strong end to the season and was further highlighted by history being made in the squad, with Bruno Fernandes breaking the Premier League single-season assists record during the match.

Shock of the day: Aston Villa stun Manchester City

One of the biggest surprises came at the Etihad Stadium, where Manchester City suffered a 2–1 defeat to Aston Villa. The result marked a disappointing end to City’s campaign and a huge statement win for Villa on the final day.

Chelsea fall to Sunderland

Sunderland produced a major upset with a 2–1 win over Chelsea, ensuring a dramatic finish for both clubs as the season concluded.

Arsenal edge Crystal Palace

Arsenal secured a solid 2–1 away win over Crystal Palace, ending their season on a positive note with another three points added to their tally.

Liverpool held by Brentford

Liverpool were forced to settle for a 1–1 draw at home against Brentford in a tightly contested encounter.

Tottenham finish with narrow win

Tottenham Hotspur closed their campaign with a 1–0 win over Everton, securing all three points in a hard-fought match.

Final Day Talking Points

• Multiple away wins shaped the final-day narrative

• Aston Villa’s win over Manchester City stood out as the biggest upset

• Bruno Fernandes made Premier League history with a record-breaking assists season

• Several matches ended in draws, reflecting the competitive balance across the league

• Big clubs like Chelsea and Manchester City ended the season with defeats

The final day of the 2025/26 Premier League season delivered everything fans could hope for—goals, drama, upsets, and record-breaking performances. With Manchester United, Arsenal, and Aston Villa among the standout winners, while Chelsea and Manchester City stumbled, the curtain falls on a thrilling campaign that will be remembered for its intensity and unpredictability.