Bournemouth and Brighton Keep European Hopes Alive
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- Bournemouth won 1-0 at Fulham, moving to sixth place with two games left and keeping alive a chance for Champions League qualification if Aston Villa finish fifth and win the Europa League final.
- Brighton beat Wolves 3-0, sitting seventh on 53 points, two points behind Bournemouth, and still in contention for a European berth.
- Arsenal has secured a Champions League place for next season.
- Liverpool sits four points ahead of Bournemouth and must win its upcoming match against Aston Villa on 15 May to preserve a top‑five finish.
- Aston Villa must finish fifth and win the Europa League final on 20 May to claim a Champions League spot; otherwise, the sixth‑place team could be promoted.
Why it matters: Bournemouth and Brighton stand to gain lucrative European revenue and global exposure, while clubs like Liverpool risk missing out on Champions League money if they slip in the final matches.
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