Following Arsenal’s 1-0 victory over Newcastle United, Manchester City find themselves in a competitive position for Champions League qualification.
Current Standings (as of May 18, 2025):
1. Liverpool – 83 points (Champions)
2. Arsenal – 71 points (37 games)
3. Newcastle United – 66 points (37 games)
4. Chelsea – 66 points (37 games)
5. Aston Villa – 66 points (37 games)
6. Manchester City – 65 points (36 games)
7. Nottingham Forest – 65 points (37 games)
With the Premier League securing an extra Champions League spot due to its UEFA coefficient ranking, the top five teams will qualify for the 2025–26 Champions League .
Manchester City’s Path to Qualification:
Remaining Fixtures: vs. Bournemouth and Fulham
Maximum Possible Points: 71 (if they win both matches)
Implication: Securing victories in both games would elevate Manchester City to 71 points, potentially placing them in the top five, depending on other results.
Given the tight competition, Manchester City must aim for maximum points in their remaining fixtures to ens
♦ure Champions League qualification.