Liverpool vs. Wolves and Man City vs. Aston Villa final score, highlights from Premier League final day title race

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Manchester City won the Premier League title in the most dramatic of circumstances, beating Liverpool to it by a point after a 3-2 victory over Steven Gerrard's Aston Villa. In the beginning, it looked almost certain that the title was heading back to the Etihad Stadium, as Pedro Neto scored the opener for Wolves to peg Liverpool back. 

Soon after, Liverpool equalized in stylish fashion, as Sadio Mane latched on to a precise through ball before slotting past Jose Sa with ease. The tide seemed to be turning towards Anfield just before the interval, with Matty Cash powering a bullet-header past Ederson to leave City reeling going into half-time. 

Come the second forty-five minutes, things began to look increasingly optimistic for Liverpool, as Phillipe Coutinho delivered a hammer blow with a beautiful touch and finish which left Ederson rooted to the spot on 69 minutes. Queue twenty minutes of Premier League drama that will surely go down in the history books. 

Against all the odds, Manchester City clawed their way into the lead, as a close-range Ilkay Gundogan double and a sweet Rodri strike sandwiched in between took the Blues to the brink of title glory. The drama wasn't to end there, as Liverpool put increasing pressure on their opponents.

Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson were to drive Liverpool forward to a convincing victory with two late efforts, however, Manchester City take the crown of Premier League champions after an incredible second-half display. Pep Guardiola wins a second successive Premier League title, whilst Jurgen Klopp will hope his side can lick their wounds before their UEFA Champions League final against Real Madrid next weekend in Paris. 

MORE: Premier League 2022/23: When do the fixtures come out? 

Liverpool vs. Wolves and Manchester City vs. Aston Villa final scores

Liverpool vs. Wolves final score

  1H 2H Final
Liverpool  1  3    3
Wolves  1  1    1

Goals: Neto (3 mins), Mane (24 mins), Salah (84 mins), Robertson (89 mins)

Manchester City vs. Aston Villa final score

  1H 2H Final
Man City  0  3    3
Aston Villa  1  2    2

Goals: Cash (37 mins), Coutinho (69 mins), Gundogan (76 mins, 81 mins), Rodri (79 mins)

Premier League final table

Standings MP W D L GD Pts
1. Manchester City 38 29 7 3 73 93
2. Liverpool 38 28 8 2 68 92

Liverpool vs. Wolves and Manchester City vs. Aston Villa final score and highlights

Full-time: Manchester City are Premier League champions in season 2021/22 after an enthralling 3-2 win over Aston Villa, Liverpool miss out despite a convincing victory. That's all from the Sporting News live blog coverage of the Premier League final day, join us again next time!

89th min: GOAL! Andy Robertson nets a rare goal to put Liverpool 3-1 up, playing a one-two with Roberto Firminho before slotting home. 

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84th min: Mo Salah scores for Liverpool! A scrappy affair in the box enables Salah to bundle in from close range, what a finish we have in store here!

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81st min: GOAL! Ilkay Gundogan scores once again! Manchester City have turned the game around as the German international ghosts in at the back post for a tap-in! Could the title be heading back to the Etihad Stadium now?

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79th min: GOAL! Rodri scores for Manchester City to level the scores with a controlled strike from the edge of the area, unbelievable drama at the Etihad Stadium!

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76th min: GOAL! Manchester City pulls one back as Ilkay Gundogan heads in at the back post from a Raheem Sterling cross, game on!

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69th min: GOAL! Coutinho scores what could turn out to be a massive goal for Aston Villa! From a long goal-kick, the Brazilian takes down a flick-on before beautifully slotting past Ederson from inside the box.

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67th min: Gabriel Jesus twists and turns only to see his left-footed strike blocked on the turn in the box, Aston Villa is still holding firm.

64th min: Trent Alexander-Arnold has John Ruddy at full-stretch as his long-range strike forces the veteran goalkeeper into a smart save.

58th min: Mo Salah replaces Jota in the Liverpool front-line as the Reds desperately chase a winner, Manchester City still find themselves a goal behind at the Etihad Stadium despite an improved second-half display.

55th min: Aston Villa go so close to going 2-0 up! Ollie Watkins could only divert his volley wide of the target from around ten yards out, a huge miss for the visitors!

53rd min: Liverpool are throwing the kitchen sink at it here, with Jota having a strike blocked by a combination of Wolves bodies. Appeals for a corner but only a goal-kick given.

51st min: Wow! Sadio Mane clips the ball over the Wolves goalkeeper but it's been ruled out for offside. 

50th min: Great chance! Gabriel Jesus toe pokes over the bar from close range, guilt-edge opportunity for City there that they hope won't prove costly. 

48th min: Kevin De Bruyne fires a volley over for Manchester City from inside the area.

46th min: We're back underway at both grounds, whilst City and Liverpool have both made changes. 

Half-time: You've got to imagine Jurgen Klopp will be the happier of the two managers, with his side now having a real chance to swing the Premier League title momentum their way going into the second half.

Half-time: The referees have blown their whistle on an incredible pair of first halves that see Liverpool and Manchester City being literally neck and neck for the title. Who can conjure up a title-winning display in the second half?

44th min: Ollie Watkins squanders a fantastic chance for Aston Villa after his touch eludes him and the ball trickles through to Ederson. Kevin De Bruyne scuffs a deflected strike into the side-netting a couple of moments later

37th min: GOAL! Matty Cash heads Aston Villa into the lead after a Luca Digne cross, another massive twist in the title race! Hwang Hee-Chan has also just missed a one-on-one for Wolves at Anfield, could it be Liverpool's day?

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33rd min: Liverpool is absolutely relentless here, though Wolves are carrying a significant threat on the break. What a game so far!

31st min: Gabriel Jesus gets himself in a promising position for Manchester City, only to see his effort deflected out for a corner. 

29th min: Both City and Liverpool are putting major pressure on their opponents here, however, neither can score the goal to get themselves in front.

24th min: GOAL! Liverpool are back on level terms as Sadio Mane tucks home after being played through one-on-one, could this be a decisive moment in the title race?

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22nd min: Enforced change for Wolves as Neto leaves the field to be replaced by Hee-Chan.

18th min:  Pedro Neto nearly plays in Leander Dendoncker for a second Wolves goal! Nevertheless, the midfielder blazes his close-range strike over the top. Worrying times for the Reds.

18th min: Bernardo Silva gets in a promising position for Manchester City, only to see his cross cleared by the oncoming defender.

14th min: Joel Matip isn't far off for Liverpool again, however, his header can only meet the palms of the onrushing Jose Sa. Jurgen Klopp's men are piling the pressure on here.

10th min: Chances for both Liverpool and Aston Villa as Luis Diaz and Philippe Coutinho go close, things are starting to heat up here! 

6th min: Chance! Joel Matip heads narrowly wide from a Luis Diaz cross for Liverpool.

3rd min: GOAL! Pedro Neto scores for Wolves after a VAR check, a shock start to a day of final day drama. The diminutive attacker slots home after a low cross from Raul Jimenez!

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1st min: We're underway on the final day of the Premier League title race!

10 mins from KO: It's nearly time for Liverpool to partake in their Premier League season finale, can they get a potentially vital three points against Wolves?

20 mins from KO: Kick-off time is fast approaching on the Premier League final day, stay with us as we provide wall-to-wall coverage, updates, and highlights from the title race.

25 mins from KO: Scottish international John McGinn makes his 100th Premier League appearance for Aston Villa this afternoon.

30 mins to KO: Liverpool is on course to go unbeaten at home in the Premier League this campaign if they can avoid defeat against Wolves today, an incredible effort by Jurgen Klopp's side.

40 mins to KO: The Manchester City squad arrives looking ready to do business ahead of their massive game against Aston Villa today. Will they be celebrating another Premier League title come full-time?

45 mins to KO: At the Etihad, Fernandinho starts in central defence for his final game at Manchester City. In regards to the visitors Aston Villa, Robin Olsen comes in for a rare start to replace first-choice goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez. Phillipe Coutinho also features from the beginning.

45 mins to KO: Big news stories all around for the four teams concerned. Virgil Van Dijk and Mohamed Salah are rested for Liverpool, whilst Leander Dendoncker comes into the midfield for Wolves.

1hr to KO: Team news for all four sides is in! Phil Foden starts for Manchester City in attack, whilst Diogo Jota leads the line for Liverpool. 

1hrs 5 mins to KO: Some great scenes at Anfield, as Liverpool fans dare to dream that they could win the Premier League crown today.

1hrs 10 mins to KO: The Manchester City players receive a heroes welcome as they arrive at the Etihad Stadium. 

1hrs 15 mins to KO: Not long now until the teams are announced, which combination will Pep Guardiola elect as he looks to deliver a second consecutive Premier League title today?

1hrs 20 mins to KO: Wolves will be looking to make life difficult at Anfield today and finish their campaign in eighth place. Bruno Lage's men have enjoyed a positive season, narrowly missing out on securing European football to West Ham United.

1hrs 30 mins to KO: Manchester City or Liverpool, who will win the Premier League title? A simple question with a potentially very intriguing answer, will it be Pep Guardiola or Jurgen Klopp basking in championship-winning glory come full-time?

 

1hrs 35 mins to KO: Some early team news coming in that may concern fans of Aston Villa, Manchester City and Liverpool. Aston Villa first-choice goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez will reportedly be rested today due to a slight injury. Viljami Sinisalo or Robin Olsen will likely be given a chance to feature.

1hrs 40 mins to KO: Of course, Aston Villa still has something to play for coming into this potential title-deciding match. If they win, Steven Gerrard's side could still record a top 10 finish if other results go their way.

1hrs 45 mins to KO: A really nice touch by Manchester City officials in Fernandinho's last match at the club, will the Brazilian get his hands on yet another trophy this afternoon as he bids the Etihad Stadium farewell?

1hrs 45 mins to KO: Anfield is looking as great as ever today, could the Reds do the unthinkable and take one step closer to winning an unprecedented quadruple this season?

2hrs to KO: Welcome to The Sporting News' live coverage of the final day of the Premier League season. Manchester City will take on Aston Villa at the Etihad Stadium, whilst Liverpool host Wolves at Anfield. An exciting day of football drama is in store and we will bring you team news from all concerned at the top of the hour. 

Liverpool vs. Wolves lineups

Liverpool starting lineup (4-3-3): Alisson (GK) — Alexander-Arnold, Matip, Konate, Robertson — Henderson, Thiago, Keita — Diaz, Mane, Jota.

Wolves starting lineup (3-4-2-1): Sa (GK) — Boly, Coady, Gomes — Jonny, Neves, Moutinho, Dendoncker, Ait-Nouri — Neto, Jimenez.

Manchester City vs. Aston Villa predicted lineups

Manchester City starting lineup (4-3-3): Ederson (GK) — Stones, Fernandinho, Laporte, Cancelo — Silva, Rodri, De Bruyne — Mahrez, Foden, Jes

Aston Villa starting lineup (4-3-2-1): Olsen (GK) — Cash, Chambers, Mings, Digne — McGinn, Luiz, Ramsey — Coutinho, Buendia, Watkins.

MORE: Premier League top goal scorers 2021-2022: Updated golden boot rankings

How to watch Liverpool vs. Wolves

  UK USA Canada Australia
Date May 22 May 22 May 22 May 23
Time 16:00 BST 11:00 ET 11:00 ET 02:00 AEST
TV channel Sky Sports Premier League USA Network DAZN Optus Sport
Streaming NOW TV NBC Sports/Peacock Premium DAZN Optus Sport

In the US, televised Premier League games are also available on fuboTV, which also offers a free trial to new subscribers.

In Canada, every Premier League game streams live on DAZN.

How to watch Manchester City vs. Aston Villa

  UK USA Canada Australia
Date May 22 May 22 May 22 May 23
Time 16:00 BST 11:00 ET 11:00 ET 02:00 AEST
TV channel Sky Sports Main Event NBC Sports DAZN Optus Sport
Streaming NOW TV NBC Sports/Peacock Premium DAZN Optus Sport

In the US, televised Premier League games are also available on fuboTV, which also offers a free trial to new subscribers.

In Canada, every Premier League game streams live on DAZN.

Sean Markus Clifford