Premier League Team Grades

The final day of Premier League action may not have delivered too many surprises, but the season showcased unexpected results across the board. Here’s how each club performed:

1. Liverpool (84 points)

Liverpool started the season with just a 5.1% chance to win the title but ended up securing it with four games left to play. The performance largely stemmed from Mohamed Salah’s contributions under Arne Slot’s management. Grade: A

2. Arsenal (72 points)

Arsenal secured second place and reached the Champions League semifinals, yet it felt like a missed opportunity for the Gunners. Grade: C

3. Manchester City (71 points)

Despite a third-place finish, Manchester City’s performance raised concerns for what could be a difficult season ahead. Grade: C

4. Chelsea (69 points)

With a young squad and new coach, Chelsea’s fourth-place finish feels commendable as they prepared for the Champions League. Grade: A-

5. Newcastle United (69 points)

Newcastle’s return to a top-flight tournament and ending a long trophy drought highlighted their successful season under Eddie Howe. Grade: A

6. Aston Villa (66 points)

Villa’s run to the Champions League quarterfinals was marred by inconsistency; their failure to clinch a top-five finish was disappointing. Grade: B-

7. Nottingham Forest (65 points)

A major turnaround from relegation threats to European competition entirely shaped Nottingham’s season, marking a significant improvement. Grade: A-

8. Brighton and Hove Albion (61 points)

Brighton finished with a notable improvement and could look forward to European competition depending on Chelsea’s upcoming results. Grade: B+

9. Bournemouth (56 points)

Bournemouth demonstrated vitality, climbing the ranks to a respectable finish despite falling short of European placements. Grade: B

10. Brentford (56 points)

Showcasing a significant improvement from the previous season, Brentford now stands out as a model for new clubs in the Premier League. Grade: B+

11. Fulham (54 points)

Fulham’s slight advancements over last season reflect progress under Marco Silva, punctuated by notable cup runs. Grade: B+

12. Crystal Palace (53 points)

Although finishing slightly lower than the previous season, Palace’s FA Cup win marked a momentous occasion for the team. Grade: B+

13. Everton (48 points)

Despite some struggles, Everton managed to avoid relegation after a tumultuous ownership change, offering fans some relief. Grade: B-

14. West Ham United (43 points)

Underperforming this season, West Ham’s hardships led to reflection necessary for improvement in prospective seasons. Grade: C-

15. Manchester United (42 points)

Manchester United is facing an arduous rebuild after a season characterized by disappointing performances. Grade: F

16. Wolverhampton Wanderers (42 points)

With minimal progress, Wolves struggled to create noteworthy moments throughout the season. Grade: D

17. Tottenham Hotspur (38 points)

Finishing just above the relegation zone, Tottenham’s season is memorable chiefly for winning the Europa League amid poor league performance. Grade: C-

18. Leicester City (25 points)

Completing the first task of staying in the Premier League proved elusive, leading to managerial changes that offered little impact. Grade: F

19. Ipswich Town (22 points)

Ipswich’s brief stay in the top flight yielded few highlights, with their future in question as they contemplate a swift return. Grade: F

20. Southampton (12 points)

Southampton’s record-low performance has established them in negative record books, solidifying their place in Premier League history for all the wrong reasons. Grade: F