As the Premier League gears up for the new season, a cutting-edge AI-powered supercomputer has made its predictions on the final standings.
According to simulations run 10,000 times by Opta’s advanced algorithm, Manchester City is set to pursue an unprecedented fifth consecutive title.
In a season marked by returns, Leicester and Southampton are back in the top flight after a year away, and Ipswich makes a comeback following consecutive promotions.
These clubs will be keen to avoid relegation, while several others, including Crystal Palace and West Ham, hold hopes for European qualification.
For Chelsea supporters, the forecast is promising. The supercomputer predicts that Chelsea will secure a top-four finish, potentially setting the stage for a strong season.
Opta-Simulated Premier League 2024-25 Table
1st: Manchester City – 88.7 average points
2nd: Arsenal – 77.6
3rd: Liverpool – 74.0
4th: Chelsea – 61.7
5th: Newcastle United – 60.5
6th: Manchester United – 58.5
7th: Tottenham Hotspur – 58.2
8th: Aston Villa – 54.1
9th: Crystal Palace – 52.7
10th: West Ham United – 49.1
11th: Brighton & Hove Albion – 49.0
12th: Fulham – 48.0
13th: Everton – 46.7
14th: Brentford – 46.3
15th: Bournemouth – 45.1
16th: Wolverhampton Wanderers – 42.5
17th: Nottingham Forest – 39.3
18th: Leicester City – 35.0
19th: Ipswich Town – 34.1
20th: Southampton – 33.9
