As the Premier League season enters its decisive second half, clubs across London find themselves chasing different goals. With the pressure mounting, the remainder of the campaign is set to deliver plenty of drama as teams battle to fulfill their ambitions.
Arsenal remains firmly in the title race, fueled by consistent performances and a strong desire to claim the Premier League crown. Tottenham Hotspur is targeting a top-four finish to secure Champions League qualification, while Chelsea and West Ham United aim to book spots in the UEFA Europa League, a key step in their rebuilding plans.
Of those with European ambitions, only West Ham currently looks on track to meet its target, thanks to a steady run of form. But with half the season still to play, anything can happen—form can change, injuries can strike, and momentum can shift.
To shed light on possible outcomes, FootballWP has released a projected Premier League table. This speculative forecast offers a glimpse into where teams might finish by season’s end. According to the data, both Tottenham and Aston Villa are expected to end on 72 points, with Villa narrowly ahead due to a superior goal difference (26 vs. 20). Interestingly, Arsenal is projected to finish with 82 points but is listed in 18th place—likely a formatting error or anomaly in the prediction.
Chelsea and West Ham are each expected to collect 59 points, with Chelsea edging ahead by virtue of scoring one more goal (52 to West Ham’s 51), though both share a +3 goal difference. Newcastle is forecasted to follow closely with 57 points. At the top, Liverpool is predicted to win the league with 92 points, while Manchester City’s final tally wasn’t specified.
While these predictions offer intriguing insights, they ultimately highlight football’s unpredictability. With so much still to play for, especially among the London clubs, fans can expect plenty of twists before the final whistle blows. The race is far from over—and the season’s ending promises to be a thrilling one.