With the season run-in now upon us, the Supercomputer has updated its prediction for the final 2025/26 Premier League table. Everyone had expected Manchester City to rule the roost again last term, but it was Liverpool – under new manager Arne Slot – who ended up winning their 20th English league crown at a canter, reclaiming their perch as the country’s most successful club.

There were no bonus points handed to those who guessed that Arsenal would finish second – having now achieved that feat three successive seasons on the spin now – while Pep Guardiola’s side’s end-of-season form saw them just about claim third. Other narratives drawn up were that of Nottingham Forest’s surprise run to European qualification, while Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United slipped to their worst-ever league campaigns since the 1992 rebranding.

All of the above is still fresh in the memory, but football never sleeps. The forecasts below are compiled by a Supercomputer, with the help of Opta, which has simulated the league season based on the fixture list and what we learned from the season so far. Without further ado, let’s take a look at the predicted winners and losers of the 2025/26 Premier League season.

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Relegation Zone

A worrying trend at the foot of the table is tipped to finally come to an end this season. In both 2023/24 and 2024/25, all three promoted sides went straight back down. But if the Supercomputer’s latest projections are correct, both Sunderland and Leeds will survive this time around. This does still mean, however, that Burnley are tipped to have their gloom turn into inevitable doom under Scott Parker.

The Clarets have only won one of their last 21 league fixtures – a 3-2 win over Crystal Palace – and are expected to go straight back down to the Championship with 27 points.

West Ham United could join them in the second tier next season, according to the Supercomputer’s calculations. There have been signs of revival at the London Stadium – namely wins against Burnley, Sunderland, Tottenham, Fulham and a huge point at home against Man City. Even so, the Hammers are still predicted to amass just 38 points and finish in 18th place.

Opta’s machine also believes Wolverhampton Wanderers – who picked up their first win of the season in their 20th attempt – will be unable to reverse early damage, as they are tipped to remain the cellar dwellers until May. No surprises there, although Rob Edwards’ side have restored some pride in recent weeks and now have 16 points on the board following surprise wins over Aston Villa and Liverpool. They couldn’t… could they?

Leeds United may also find themselves dragged into a battle for survival this term, but have been given a chance of avoiding relegation to the Championship. The Whites are predicted to finish in 15th, three points clear Nottingham Forest, who have sacked three managers this season following Sean Dyche’s dismissal, but might just about avoid the drop.

After Ange Postecoglou led Tottenham to Europa League glory in 2024/25, there was hope among the north London faithful that new manager Thomas Frank could mastermind a turnaround. But after less than a season in charge, Frank has now gone, and there are real fears that Spurs will soon find themselves firmly involved in the relegation dogfight. Igor Tudor’s reign started with concerning defeats to Arsenal, Fulham and Crystal Palace, before picking up a precious point away at Liverpool. Spurs are subsequently predicted to end the season with 40 points.

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Bottom Half

Having won the FA Cup – Crystal Palace’s first major honour of any kind – at the end of last season, they proved they are a force here to stay by beating Liverpool twice to kick-start another campaign of promise. They first triumphed in the Community Shield and then again to end Arne Slot’s 100 per cent start to the campaign. But that success has given way to turmoil, with captain Marc Guehi sold to Man City and Oliver Glasner announcing he will be leaving when his contract expires.

Sunderland can be delighted with their efforts back in the Premier League; they are still in with a shot of a top-ten finish, too. As things stand, after a recent wobble, they now look as though they’re set to end up in a respectable 13th.

Fulham have often struggled to break through the glass ceiling and fully realise their potential, unlike other clubs around them that have managed to kick on and evolve in recent seasons. Back-to-back wins over Sunderland and Tottenham had them looking good, but a drab home loss to West Ham and a goalless draw against Forest means they are now expected to finish 12th in the Supercomputer’s predicted Premier League table.

Bournemouth continue to punch above their weight. The Cherries still won’t drop off, even now having lost Antoine Semenyo in the winter market. They are on course to finish 11th, but could yet climb higher up the table.

Top Half

Brighton have somewhat flown under the radar so far this term, as other underdogs take on the role of overachievers – a reputation they once wore with pride under Graham Potter and Roberto De Zerbi. A lower mid-table finish would be a disappointing outcome for Fabian Hurzeler and his players, but for now, they are tipped to sneak into the top 10.

Everton were tipped by many fans as potential dark horses for the 2025/26 campaign. With fresh American ownership, a new stadium, and exciting attacking reinforcements like Jack Grealish arriving over the summer, manager David Moyes seemed well-equipped to start building something special at Bramley-Moore Docks. The Supercomputer is predicting them to finish ninth despite a loss away at Arsenal.

Newcastle United have flattered to deceive this season. While there have been big wins against top teams like Manchester City, there have also been some poor losses, most notably to rivals Sunderland in the Tyne-Wear derby. Blowing hot and cold is why the Magpies are forecast to finish in 8th place rather than continue to prove they can disrupt the old order. They will be delighted with the recent away win at Chelsea, though.

Brentford will be delighted if they can manage a top 10 finish after a summer of wholesale changes saw Bryan Mbeumo join the Red Devils, Yoane Wissa head to Newcastle, and what could have been most detrimental, Thomas Frank to Tottenham. This, alongside losing key names in previous summers, set Keith Andrews up for a rescue mission like no other – but, he’s delivered some important results as the Bees have maintained their steady progression. The west London club are currently flying high in 7th, and are predicted to finish in that position.

Chelsea have looked impressive at times so far under Liam Rosenior, but it’s still hard to know just exactly how good they are – as highlighted by the home loss against Newcastle. They are on course to finish sixth, but they could yet make the Champions League spots.

Meanwhile, Liverpool have experienced a very turbulent second season under Arne Slot. Many pundits and fans alike tipped the Reds to begin a period of domination after adding the likes of Alexander Isak and Floran Wirtz to their ranks in the summer, weeks after winning the Premier League title, but things certainly haven’t panned out that way. All things considered, a top-five finish wouldn’t be a complete disaster for the Merseyside outfit, but whether Slot will still be in charge at Anfield next season is another question.

Top Four

The wheels are starting to fall off for Aston Villa, who were looking like potential outsiders for the Premier League title until recently. But they now face a battle to finish inside the top four after a string of poor results, including a dismal 2-0 defeat away against West Midlands rivals Wolves, a 4-1 home thrashing of Chelsea and a 3-1 defeat to Man Utd at Old Trafford.

A top-four finish for Manchester United felt extremely unlikely around the time Ruben Amorim was put out of his misery in early January. Michael Carrick has transformed the mood around Old Trafford by winning seven of his first nine games in charge – including huge wins over Manchester City, Arsenal and Aston Villa. Against all odds, it looks as though the Red Devils will be back in the Champions League next season.

Manchester City are expected to finish second after a poor run of results in recent times. Pep Guardiola’s side weren’t making things easy for the Gunners, but draws against West Ham and Forest could prove costly as they are now expected to pick up just 75 points.

And if Arsenal can keep City at arm’s length, having just picked up a key win over Everton, they will end a hoodoo that’s lasted over two decades. Patience has been a virtue in the Arteta project, and winning the title – as current projections suggest – would remove any lingering doubt about the Spaniard’s ability as a world-class coach.

For some teams, all it takes is one triumph to spark a domino effect of silverware. If Arsenal, who are widely regarded as one of the biggest clubs to never win the Champions League, lift the Premier League trophy this season, it could spell bad news for the rest of the country in the years ahead.