Premier League 2024-25 Season Review: Team Performances and Key Highlights
An in-depth review of the 2024-25 Premier League season, analyzing the performances of all 20 teams and providing detailed grades based on their achievements.

Liverpool: Champions with Style
Liverpool secured their 20th Premier League title under the guidance of new coach Arne Slot. Despite setbacks in the UEFA Champions League and Carabao Cup, the Reds dominated the league with 84 points. Mohamed Salah was instrumental, contributing to a record 47 goals. The team's only concern is the potential departure of Trent Alexander-Arnold to Real Madrid.
Grade: A
Arsenal: Consistent but Unfulfilled
Arsenal finished second for the third consecutive season. Despite a thrilling Champions League run, their reluctance to sign a quality striker in January proved costly. The Gunners managed 74 points but fell short of the title.
Grade: B+
Manchester City: A Season of Decline
After four successive titles, Manchester City ended the season without a major trophy. Key injuries and a loss of form saw them finish third with 71 points. Pep Guardiola acknowledged the need for a rebuild.
Grade: C-
Chelsea: Steady Progress
Enzo Maresca’s Chelsea finished fourth with 69 points. Despite a mid-season slump, a late revival secured Champions League qualification. The Blues are also favorites to win the UEFA Europa Conference League.
Grade: B+
Newcastle United: Historic Triumph
Newcastle ended a 70-year trophy drought by winning the Carabao Cup. They also secured a Champions League spot on goal difference, finishing fifth with 66 points.
Grade: A-
Aston Villa: A Rollercoaster Ride
Aston Villa finished sixth with 66 points. Despite deep runs in the Champions League and FA Cup, they missed out on the top five on the final day. Emiliano Martínez’s potential departure is a concern.
Grade: B
Nottingham Forest: Surprise Package
Nottingham Forest returned to European football after 29 years, finishing seventh. Their fast counter-attacking style was a highlight, but they faltered late in the season.
Grade: B+
Brighton & Hove Albion: Steady Improvement
Brighton finished eighth under the youngest-ever Premier League manager, Fabian Hürzeler. They improved by three places and 13 points from last season.
Grade: B+
AFC Bournemouth: Record Points
Bournemouth achieved their highest-ever Premier League points total, finishing ninth. Andoni Iraola’s high-pressing style was a key factor.
Grade: A-
Brentford: Entertaining Football
Brentford finished 10th with 56 points. Their attacking trio of Bryan Mbeumo, Yoane Wissa, and Kevin Schade were in fine form.
Grade: A-
Fulham: Solid Performance
Fulham improved by two places, finishing 11th with 54 points. They were competitive throughout the season but dropped crucial points at home.
Grade: B-
Crystal Palace: Historic FA Cup Win
Crystal Palace won their first-ever FA Cup, finishing 12th. A poor start prevented them from challenging for the top six.
Grade: A
Everton: Resurgence Under Moyes
Everton finished 13th, well clear of relegation. David Moyes’ return in January sparked a revival, and the club looks forward to a new stadium.
Grade: B
West Ham United: Disappointing Campaign
West Ham finished 14th, down five places from last season. Despite big summer spending, they failed to meet expectations.
Grade: D+
Manchester United: A Season to Forget
Manchester United had their worst season in 51 years, finishing 15th. Managerial changes and poor performances defined a disastrous campaign.
Grade: D-
Wolverhampton Wanderers: Survival and Success
Wolves finished 16th under Vitor Pereira. A strong second half of the season ensured survival, but the loss of Matheus Cunha is a blow.
Grade: C+
Tottenham Hotspur: Europa League Glory
Tottenham won the Europa League but struggled in the league, finishing 17th. Ange Postecoglou’s future is uncertain.
Grade: B+
Leicester City: Relegation Struggle
Leicester finished 18th, narrowly avoiding relegation. Jamie Vardy’s 200th goal was a rare highlight in a difficult season.
Grade: D
Ipswich Town: Overwhelmed
Ipswich finished 19th in their first Premier League season. Defensive issues were a major problem, but Liam Delap’s performances were a positive.
Grade: D+
Southampton: Rock Bottom
Southampton finished 20th with just 12 points. A season of struggle ended with a goal difference of -60.
Grade: E