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Chelsea fate in own hands & Villa hope - six teams in top-five hunt

Chelsea fate in own hands & Villa hope - six teams in top-five hunt

Summary

Chelsea and Aston Villa both won their recent Premier League matches, maintaining their chances for Champions League qualification. Chelsea needs a win in their final match to secure a spot, while Aston Villa must hope for favorable results in other games to qualify.

Key Facts

  • Chelsea beat Manchester United 1-0 after a goal by Marc Cucurella.
  • Aston Villa won 2-0 against Tottenham, moving up to fifth place.
  • Chelsea will qualify for the Champions League if they win against Nottingham Forest in their last match.
  • Aston Villa might qualify if they beat Manchester United and other results go their way.
  • England will have six teams in the Champions League next season due to successful performances by English teams in Europe.
  • Arsenal can secure their Champions League spot with a win over Newcastle or a draw due to their goal difference.
  • Manchester City needs at least a point against Bournemouth to remain in the top five.
  • Nottingham Forest's chances for Champions League qualification are slim, needing specific results to succeed.

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