Premier League Shock Night: United, Liverpool, and Chelsea All Draw, Newcastle Win

Premier League Shock Night! Manchester United, Liverpool, and Chelsea All Draw, Only Newcastle Keep Their Dignity

Last night’s Premier League fixtures were a rollercoaster of emotions! With dramatic equalizers, stunning long-range goals, and defensive lapses, the Premier League proved that there are no "easy teams" anymore—every point is hard-fought.

Matchweek 20 was packed with excitement, and this particular night was no exception. It almost seemed like a prearranged script as several top teams ended up drawing: Manchester United 1-1 Leeds United, Liverpool 2-2 Fulham (with a last-minute equalizer from Fulham), Chelsea 1-1 Manchester City, and Tottenham 1-1 Sunderland. These results made for what could be called a “super shock” night in the Premier League. The only team to uphold their pride was Newcastle United, who defeated Crystal Palace 2-0.

Manchester City 1-1 Chelsea

The headline match of the round took place at the Etihad Stadium, where Manchester City hosted Chelsea. Most expected the Blues to struggle without a manager, and City were tipped to secure the win. However, the match ended in a 1-1 draw.

In the 42nd minute, Chelsea's Axel Disasi made a mistake while clearing the ball, and Manchester City's Julian Alvarez pounced on it, putting the hosts ahead. But in stoppage time, Chelsea managed to hit back. Enzo Fernandez found the back of the net to level the score, giving Chelsea a valuable point away from home. The goal was a crucial moment for the Blues, who had just sacked their manager.

This result ended Manchester City’s streak of winning every Premier League match when they scored first. Before this match, City had won all 11 previous games in which they scored first this season.

Leeds United 1-1 Manchester United

Earlier in the evening, Leeds United held Manchester United to a 1-1 draw at home. Leeds continued to show their resilience, and their unbeaten run in the league stretched to six matches. During this period, Leeds not only managed draws against Liverpool and Sunderland but also showcased their fighting spirit in several tough encounters. With a record of 5 wins, 6 draws, and 8 losses after 19 games, Leeds now lead the relegation zone by 7 points, making their survival prospects look more promising.

Liverpool 2-2 Fulham

Liverpool traveled to Craven Cottage to face a high-flying Fulham side, and the match turned into a thrilling back-and-forth. Liverpool, who had been in good form, with 5 wins and 3 draws in their previous 8 games, were expected to win. However, Fulham fought hard and managed a last-minute equalizer to share the spoils. It was a bitter blow for Jurgen Klopp’s team, who had hoped to continue their resurgence with another win.

Newcastle United 2-0 Crystal Palace

On a more positive note for one of the Premier League’s mid-table teams, Newcastle United secured a solid 2-0 victory over Crystal Palace at St. James’ Park. The Magpies broke the deadlock in the 71st minute with a header from Bruno Guimaraes, and then in the 78th minute, Alexander Isak found the net in a scrappy situation to seal the win. With this result, Newcastle extended their winning streak to two matches, rising to 29 points and climbing to 9th place in the table. Crystal Palace, on the other hand, has now failed to win in their last five matches, with just 1 draw and 4 losses.

Newcastle’s home form has been remarkable since last October, with 8 wins and 2 draws from their last 10 matches at St. James' Park. Their home ground has become a fortress, and it’s crucial for their push to climb the table in the second half of the season.

What Does This Mean for the Table?

As a result of these draws, the Premier League table has become even tighter. The title race has slowed down, with the top teams faltering and the battle for European spots tightening. The mid-table is also looking more competitive as teams like Newcastle continue to build momentum. Every point now counts as teams fight not only for titles and top-four finishes but also to avoid relegation in what is shaping up to be one of the most unpredictable seasons in recent memory.