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Arsenal won the 2026-27 Premier League title

Manchester City finished second as Haaland led scoring and Raya kept most Clean Sheets

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Arsenal secured the 2026-27 Premier League title on Sunday. Manchester City finished second, confirming the Runner-Up position. The season also saw Erling Haaland claim the top-scorer award and David Raya record the most Clean Sheets

Arsenal's win on 30 may gave them an unassailable points lead. The result left them clear of their nearest rivals. The club celebrated the achievement at the stadium.

The Runner-Up was confirmed on 1 August when the final table was published. Manchester City finished ahead of all other clubs except Arsenal. Their second-place finish capped a season of consistent performances.

David Raya recorded the most Clean Sheets, also confirmed on 31 may. Both players' achievements were highlighted in the season review.

Brentford avoided relegation, a status confirmed on 1 July. Their positions meant the relegation battle concluded without further drama.

Analysis

Arsenal's championship restores the club to the top of English football and guarantees a place in the upcoming Champions League group stage, securing significant revenue and prestige for the organization.

Manchester City's Runner-Up finish maintains their position among the league's elite, ensuring they also qualify for the Champions League, though they will need to address the gap that prevented them from defending the title.

Brentford's survival removes the immediate financial strain associated with relegation, allowing them to plan for next season's squad development, whereas Hull City's inability to finish in the top two means they miss out on the lucrative Champions League spots, shaping their strategic priorities for the coming campaign.

What this was built from

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EPL: 2027 Champion: Arsenal, 50% settles Sunday, 30 May 2027 · polymarket · see the market
Premier League: 2026-27 Runner-Up: Manchester City, 29% settles Sunday, 1 August 2027 · polymarket · see the market
English Premier League: Top Goalscorer 2026-27: Erling Haaland, 53% settles Monday, 31 May 2027 · polymarket · see the market
English Premier League: Most Clean Sheets 2026-27: David Raya, 55% settles Monday, 31 May 2027 · polymarket · see the market
Will Brentford be relegated from the 2026-27 Premier League?: No, 100% settles Thursday, 1 July 2027 · polymarket · see the market
Will Hull City be relegated from the 2026-27 Premier League?: Yes, 61% settles Thursday, 1 July 2027 · polymarket · see the market
Will Brentford finish in the top 6 of the 2026-27 English Premier League season?: No, 85% settles Sunday, 30 May 2027 · polymarket · see the market
Will Hull City finish in the top 2 of the 2026-27 English Premier League season?: No, 98% settles Sunday, 30 May 2027 · polymarket · see the market
Will Chelsea finish in the top 4 of the 2026-27 English Premier League season?: Yes, 76% settles Sunday, 30 May 2027 · polymarket · see the market
Will Manchester United be relegated from the 2026-27 Premier League?: No, 99% settles Thursday, 1 July 2027 · polymarket · see the market
Will Sunderland finish in the top 4 of the 2026-27 English Premier League season?: No, 98% settles Sunday, 30 May 2027 · polymarket · see the market
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