Liverpool may be running away with the Premier League title, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t a fascinating race brewing. The race for Champions League spots has the potential for high drama and could see both Manchester City and Chelsea miss out, with third through tenth in the league separated by only six points and with 11 games remaining in the season.

Despite experts predicting a greater chance to qualify due to potential UEFA coefficients, both Chelsea and City are hanging in the balance with teams like Bournemouth potentially ready to crash the party.

Current Premier League Top 10

Pos	Team	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	PTS
1	Liverpool	28	20	7	1	66	26	+40	67
2	Arsenal	27	15	9	3	51	23	+28	54
3	Nottingham Forest	27	14	6	7	44	33	+11	48
4	Manchester City	27	14	5	8	53	37	+16	47
5	Chelsea	27	13	7	7	52	36	+16	46
6	Newcastle United	27	13	5	9	46	38	+8	44
7	Bournemouth	27	12	7	8	45	32	+13	43
8	Brighton & Hove Albion	27	11	10	6	44	39	+5	43
9	Fulham	27	11	9	7	40	36	+4	42
10	Aston Villa	28	11	9	8	40	45	-5	42

Looking ahead, the pressure mounts as teams will need to capitalize on every upcoming match to secure a chance for the Champions League. Chelsea’s difficult schedule—facing teams like Arsenal and Liverpool—could lead them to drop crucial points. If Chelsea and Manchester City falter, Nottingham Forest has an opportunity to solidify its position among the top teams.

The Case of Bournemouth

Bournemouth is demonstrating that they are serious contenders in the top spots despite being seventh; they have the ability to dictate their own destiny. Their schedule, primarily facing teams not in the top five, perhaps gives them an edge in the upcoming matches.

Conclusion

While Chelsea, City, and Nottingham Forest jostle for positions, other teams like Aston Villa and Newcastle may find themselves at a crossroads depending on their upcoming performances, with European qualifications at stake.