Sky Sports and TNT Sports Announce TV Picks for Premier League Final Day
Sky Sports and TNT Sports have revealed the television picks for the final day of the Premier League season, with Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea and Liverpool vs Crystal Palace set to be shown on Sky. The latter match has little impact on the Champions League qualification or relegation, but has been selected for its trophy presentation and the inclusion of FA Cup winners Crystal Palace. Meanwhile, Aston Villa will face Manchester United in the live TNT Sports match, with Villa needing victory to achieve Champions League football, but their goal difference could still hinder their qualification. Newcastle United vs Everton, however, has been excluded from the broadcast, with the Magpies' fate largely in their own hands if they beat Everton.
Key Takeaways:
- Sky Sports will televise Liverpool vs Crystal Palace and Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea on the final day of the Premier League season, with the latter match having direct implications for Champions League qualification.
- The selection of Liverpool vs Crystal Palace was based on the trophy presentation and the inclusion of FA Cup winners Crystal Palace, despite having little riding on the outcome in terms of Champions League qualification or relegation.
- Aston Villa can achieve Champions League football with victory over Manchester United in the live TNT Sports match, but their goal difference may prevent qualification.
- Newcastle United's fate in qualifying for the Champions League is largely in their own hands, with a win over Everton likely securing their spot, barring any unexpected scores on the last afternoon.
- Newcastle fans have expressed frustration at the exclusion of their team's match from the broadcast, which may see them miss out on qualifying for the Champions League for the second time in three years.
Statistics:
- 2 Premier League matches will be shown on Sky on the final day of the season: Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea and Liverpool vs Crystal Palace.
- Aston Villa can achieve Champions League football with a win over Manchester United, but their goal difference prevents qualification.
- Newcastle United's qualification for the Champions League is largely contingent on their own performance, with a win over Everton securing their spot.
Sources:
- Sky Sports
- The Mag