Tottenham Stays in Premier League as West Ham Drops
Tottenham Hotspur secured Premier League survival with a 1-0 win over Everton on the final day. West Ham United's 3-0 victory over Leeds proved insufficient to avoid relegation.
Tottenham Hotspur remained in the Premier League after a 1-0 home victory over Everton on Sunday. Joao Palhinha scored the only goal in the 43rd minute. West Ham United finished its campaign with a 3-0 win over Leeds United yet still dropped into the Championship. The result left West Ham one point behind Tottenham in the final table.
Tottenham ended the season in 17th place with 41 points.
West Ham finished 18th with 39 points, joined in relegation by Burnley and Wolverhampton. The London club avoided a drop that would have cost an estimated 150 million pounds in revenue.
Roberto de Zerbi took charge little more than a month ago and collected 11 points from seven league matches. His side needed the final-day result after a loss at Chelsea the previous weekend.
Palhinha converted a rebound after Mathys Tel's corner struck the crossbar. Everton created late pressure, but Tottenham goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky preserved the lead. " — New York Post, May 26, 2026 West Ham captain Jarrod Bowen was consoled on the pitch after the final whistle.
Tottenham players completed a lap of honor amid celebrations from supporters.
Key Facts
Potential Impact
- 01
Tottenham will compete in the Premier League next season.
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West Ham will play in the Championship next season.
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