Newcastle United, Chelsea, and Aston Villa are locked in a three-way battle for the final two Champions League spots in the Premier League, with Manchester City and Nottingham Forest also in contention. Newcastle, who are guaranteed a Conference League place due to winning the Carabao Cup, host Everton on the final day, while Chelsea travel to Forest, who beat West Ham 2-1 on Sunday to keep their own hopes alive. Aston Villa face a tough trip to Manchester United. Opta predicts a 85.9% chance of Manchester City qualifying due to a game in hand, with Newcastle (83.5%) and Chelsea (56.8%) close behind. The team that finishes sixth will also qualify for the Europa League, while Newcastle United have already earned at least a Conference League place.
Key figures: Eddie Howe (Newcastle), Nuno Espirito Santo (Nottingham Forest), Manchester City, Aston Villa, Everton, Chelsea, Nottingham Forest, Manchester United.
Source: BBC Sports Football
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