The Biggest Disappointments of the Season
The 2024–25 Premier League season will be remembered not just for its champions, but for the shocking underperformance of several high-profile clubs. From historic giants like Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur flirting with relegation, to former champions Leicester City crashing out of the top flight, this season delivered some of the most unexpected collapses in recent memory.
Manchester United: A Historic Collapse to 16th
- Final Position: 16th
- Record: 10 wins, 9 draws, 17 losses
- Goal Difference: –11
- Manager: Ruben Amorim (appointed mid-season)
Once a symbol of English football dominance, Manchester United’s 2024–25 campaign was a disaster. Despite heavy investment and a squad full of international stars, United barely avoided relegation. Their Europa League final loss to Tottenham only added salt to the wound. Fans and pundits alike criticized the lack of cohesion, poor defensive structure, and underwhelming performances from key players like Bruno Fernandes and Marcus Rashford.
Tottenham Hotspur: 17th and Just Surviving
- Final Position: 17th
- Record: 11 wins, 5 draws, 20 losses
- Goal Difference: +4
- Manager: Ange Postecoglou (sacked), replaced by Thomas Frank
Tottenham Hotspur’s season was equally shocking. Despite winning the Europa League, their domestic form was abysmal. Injuries to key defenders and inconsistent attacking displays left them hovering just above the drop zone. The club parted ways with Postecoglou in June, bringing in Brentford’s Thomas Frank to stabilize the ship.
Leicester City: From Champions to Championship
- Final Position: 19th (Relegated)
- Record: 5 wins, 7 draws, 24 losses
- Manager: Ruud van Nistelrooy (mid-season appointment)
The 2015–16 Premier League champions Leicester City were relegated after a chaotic season. Despite a managerial change, the Foxes couldn’t halt their slide. Their relegation was confirmed after a 1–0 loss to Liverpool, marking a tragic fall from grace.
Southampton: Worst Premier League Season Ever?
- Final Position: 20th (Relegated)
- Record: 2 wins, 6 draws, 28 losses
- Points: 12
- Manager: Ivan Juric (sacked mid-season)
Southampton’s 2024–25 season was historically bad. With just two wins and a staggering 30 losses, they recorded one of the worst campaigns in Premier League history. Juric was dismissed after losing 12 of his 14 games in charge. The Saints failed to reach even Derby County’s infamous 11-point record, finishing with 12 points.
Ipswich Town: Promoted and Relegated in One Season
- Final Position: 18th (Relegated)
- Record: 4 wins, 10 draws, 22 losses
- Manager: Ben Johnson
Ipswich Town’s return to the Premier League was short-lived. Despite a spirited effort, they lacked the quality and depth to compete at the top level. Their relegation was confirmed after a 3–0 loss to Newcastle United.
Other Notable Flops
Chelsea
- Despite a better league finish, big-money signings like João Félix and Mykhailo Mudryk failed to deliver. Mudryk’s suspension and Félix’s lack of impact were major talking points.
Crystal Palace
- Eberechi Eze, once a rising star, had a poor season that mirrored Palace’s struggles in the bottom half of the table.
Manchester City
- While not relegation-threatened, Manchester City’s collapse from title contenders to mid-table mediocrity was shocking. Veterans like Kyle Walker and even Phil Foden underperformed significantly.
Final Premier League 2024–25 Table (Bottom 6)
Final Thoughts
The 2024–25 Premier League season was a rollercoaster of underachievement for some of England’s biggest clubs. From Manchester United’s near-relegation to Southampton’s record-setting collapse, this season will be studied for years as a case study in how quickly fortunes can change in football. As the 2025–26 season kicks off, these clubs will be desperate to rebuild, re-strategize, and restore their reputations.
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