Premier League Matchweek 33: Liverpool Nears Glory, Leicester Faces Relegation

20/04/2025
By: Sarah Gyamfi

 

As Matchweek 33 unfolds, the Premier League landscape is shifting dramatically. Liverpool secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Leicester City, thanks to a 76th-minute goal from Trent Alexander-Arnold. The win places Liverpool on the brink of clinching the Premier League title, pending Arsenal's upcoming result against Crystal Palace.

 

The defeat also confirmed Leicester City's relegation to the Championship. Despite a few bright moments, including Wilfred Ndidi hitting the post, Leicester couldn't withstand Liverpool's pressure and now face life in the second tier.


Arsenal maintained their title chase with a victory over Ipswich, ensuring Liverpool's celebrations are postponed—at least for now. Manchester United's loss to Wolves added to their turbulent season, raising more questions than answers about their direction.


Chelsea pulled off a comeback win against Fulham, keeping their hopes of European football next season alive. Meanwhile, Lesley Ugochukwu's stoppage-time equalizer against West Ham helped Southampton avoid becoming the worst team in Premier League history, equaling Derby County's record-low 11 points from the 2007-08 season.


Matchweek 33 wraps up tomorrow as Tottenham Hotspur hosts Nottingham Forest. The season's climax promises more twists and turns.