The conclusion of the Premier League season saw clubs achieve unexpected results and performances of mixed caliber.

1. Liverpool (84 points)

Liverpool launched the season with merely a 5.1% chance of winning the league but ultimately claimed the title with games to spare. This impressive feat is largely thanks to Mohamed Salah’s remarkable form and establishes Arne Slot as an effective new manager in the league. Grade: A

2. Arsenal (72 points)

Despite finishing second and reaching the UEFA Champions League semifinals, Arsenal faced numerous missed chances. With Mikel Arteta at the helm for five years, they found themselves again without a trophy. Grade: C

3. Manchester City (71 points)

Although Manchester City mustered a third-place finish, they ended the season without any titles, highlighting prominent issues within the team. Grade: C

4. Chelsea (69 points)

Finished fourth under new coach Enzo Maresca, Chelsea’s performance shows promise, especially with a potential European berth on the horizon. Grade: A-

5. Newcastle United (69 points)

Securing a Champions League position and ending a significant trophy drought characterized a strong season for Newcastle under Eddie Howe. Grade: A

6. Aston Villa (66 points)

Advancing to the Champions League quarterfinals marked a step forward for Aston Villa; however, they faced defeats at crucial moments that denied them a higher finish. Grade: B-

7. Nottingham Forest (65 points)

A dramatic rise from a relegation battle to European competition marks Forest’s remarkable season transformation. Grade: A-

8. Brighton and Hove Albion (61 points)

An impressive finish for Brighton under new coach Fabian Hurzeler, who delivered significant improvements from the previous season. Grade: B+

9. Bournemouth (56 points)

Bournemouth’s advancement and resilience signal a positive trajectory for this club. Grade: B

10. Brentford (56 points)

The club moved from the relegation zone to a safe mid-table position, showcasing an evolved playing style under Thomas Frank. Grade: B+

11. Fulham (54 points)

Small progress from last season for Fulham as they enjoyed their time under manager Marco Silva. Grade: B+

12. Crystal Palace (53 points)

Despite their FA Cup triumph marking a significant achievement, Crystal Palace faced challenges during the season. Grade: B+

13. Everton (48 points)

Avoiding the relegation zone helped ease the pressure for Everton, who managed to stabilize under new ownership. Grade: B-

14. West Ham United (43 points)

Underwhelming performances led to a significant drop for West Ham, prompting necessary evaluations from management. Grade: C-

15. Manchester United (42 points)

A dismal season for United culminated in an eighth-place finish, warranting significant rebuilding work ahead. Grade: F

16. Wolverhampton Wanderers (42 points)

Challenging times for Wolverhampton as they failed to impress on the pitch this season. Grade: D

17. Tottenham Hotspur (38 points)

Despite a historically poor points total, Spurs salvaged a Europa League title, leaving uncertainties hanging for the following season. Grade: C-

18. Leicester City (25 points)

Leicester’s struggles highlighted difficulties faced by promoted teams, resulting in a management change too late to affect outcomes. Grade: F

19. Ipswich Town (22 points)

Ipswich’s debut in the Premier League was far from remarkable, indicating upcoming challenges in future seasons. Grade: F

20. Southampton (12 points)

Barely averting the title of the worst Premier League team in history, Southampton’s season was abysmal. Grade: F