The Queen of Football Leagues at its best !

England, where it all started still continues to thrill millions. When a very interesting and dramatic season comes to an end, Liverpool came out as Champions. A season which saw corona pandemic break, and matches without audience. My favourite team Chelsea are currently 3rd (2 matches remaining) and Manchester City secured second position. City scored most number of goals and also they have best goal difference in the season, but lost few crucial games. Season had importance in the history of the game as VAR was introduced this season.

Unbeatable Liverpool

Liverpool came close to 2003-04 Arsene Wenger's Arsenal set 49 matches winning streak, with 44 wins before losing against Watford 3-0. They waited 30 years to become champions and when they did, did it in style. It is also their 19 the tittle so far. They were able to make sure the trophy with 7 matches remaining with the likes of super strickers Salah, Mane and Firmino, they had reply to almost all opponents.

Vs Man Utd 1-1
Vs Burnley 1-1
Vs Man City 0-4
Vs Everton 0-0
Vs Watford 0-3
Vs Arsenal 1-2

These are the only matches they lost points this season.

Salah is currently third in top scorer list with 19 goals and Mane scored 16 so far. Firmino has been pivotal with scoring and assist,  Captain Hernandez, Fabinho and Van Dijk also scored in important games. Alex Arnold leads the team in assists by being part of 12 goals. Experts say Firmino more potential at front for Klopp's Liverpool , who hold and make Mane and Salah score with key passes.

Sheffield making history

I first noticed Sheffield ,when they held Chelsea 2-2 draw. But, that was just a start for Chris Wilder team. Soon, they managed to break Birmingham's record of highest points by a newly promoted team in Premiere League. This season they reached Premier League with a double promotion. In 36 matches they scored only 38 goals and conceded 33, but gained points in vital matches. Sheffield Goal keeper Henderson had a superb season. His performance was a key in their success with 13 clean sheets (3 matches left). At one point , they were eyeing top 4 position.

Resurrection of Southampton

On 25 October 2019, Southampton suffered their worst ever loss at home in their history 0-9. Leicester didn't show any mercy on the Saints on that rainy day till last whistle. While I am writing this , they are 12th with 3 matches remaining, safe from bottom of table, with 13wins and 6 draws. Among those 13, 11 wins came after that horrifying match. They even avenged by defeating Leicester at their home 2-1. They also defeated Chelsea, Tottenham and Manchester City, held Arenal and Manchester United for draws. Danny Ings is currently third in top scorer. Once at bottom team is now looking to finish within first 10.

Other Notable incidents from the Season

Manchester City's Sergio Aguero is now leading goal scoring foreign player, which was Theory Henry earlier. He also equalled Alan Shearer's record of most number of hattricks. (12). Also, this would be David Silva's last season with Manchester City.

Spurs bring Mourinho back to Premier league. When he arrived, team were struggling at 15th spot. Son has scored a solo wonder goal against West Ham after dribbling the ball 65 yards from his own half.

Rashford has been phenomenal in the start of the season but his injury proved to be hard for Manchester United. Even after missing many matches , he managed to score 16 goals for the club. Martial also scored 16 so far.

"Again they played well but lost" - this became a usual comment for Norwich this season. With Pukki, and Cantwell in team, they always played really well, but lacked the winning touches. They started well with win over defending champions Manchester City 3-2. Their build up play from back was also beautiful but eventually became first team to get relegated this season after suffering 8 consecutive losses.

This was first season since 2010-11 without a Wales team as Cardiff City FC relegated last year.

Chelsea with trasfer ban used their experience and youngsters to adjust. With  legend Lampard taking charge of club from Sarri, team gained energy. He used Tammy Abraham at front most of the league matches instead of more experienced Giroud. Willian, Jorginho, Pedro had been important players for Chelsea this season.

After a disastrous start, Unai Emery was sacked from Arsenal and later Mikel Arteta took charge as manager. He surely bring some change in playing , but team is still at 9th.

I would say Portugal national team is practicing in England. Their new sensation Bruno Fernandez joined Manchester United after many of the national players playing in Wolves. Wolves were a real nut to crack this season , Adama Traore's excellence and players like Raul Gimenez, Jao Moutinho, Ruben Neves, neto, Jota playing at the club. Portugal keeper Rui Patricio is also enjoying a good season at the current 7th positioned team. Podence also recently joined Wolves. Jao Cancelo and Bernardo Silva are at Manchester City. Klopp says Traore as the "undefensible" player. Carlo Ancelotti felt pressure at Everton during the middle of the season, but Richarlison showing superman powers and Calwert Lewis finding net at times, they managed to find winning ways again.

I am hoping for a tougher next season at English premier league as Chelsea bringing new players, Manchester City scoring at will, Klopp will be trying to defend the hard earned tittle, and teams like Arsenal, Spurs, United trying to come up and regain their top spots. With new management at Newcastle, they also will dream high. Leicester , Wolves, Everton teams will be trying to get European championships.

Again I congratulate Champions Liverpool and Jorgen Klopp.

Thank you all.

Vineeth Pankajan