Daijiworld Media Network - London

London, May 18: West Ham United are facing a serious relegation threat after a 3-1 defeat away to Newcastle United in a crucial Premier League fixture on Sunday.

Newcastle took control early in the match, with Nick Woltemade opening the scoring in the 15th minute before William Osula struck twice—once shortly after the opener and again in the 65th minute—to put the game firmly out of West Ham’s reach.

Although West Ham managed a brief response through Valentin Castellanos, the goal proved to be only a consolation as the visitors failed to mount a comeback.

The defeat leaves West Ham in a precarious position, with their survival now dependent on other results. They could be relegated if Tottenham Hotspur secure at least a draw in either of their remaining fixtures against Chelsea or Everton, due to Tottenham’s significantly superior goal difference.

Elsewhere in the Premier League, late drama saw Leeds United strengthen their momentum with a 96th-minute winner against Brighton & Hove Albion, damaging Brighton’s hopes of securing a UEFA Champions League spot.

Sunderland A.F.C. kept their slim European qualification hopes alive with a 3-1 comeback victory over Everton, overturning a halftime deficit with goals from Brian Brobbey, Enzo Le Fée, and Wilson Isidor.

At Old Trafford, Manchester United played out an entertaining match against Nottingham Forest, while Wolverhampton Wanderers and Fulham shared points in a 1-1 draw.

In another key result, Aston Villa secured qualification for next season’s UEFA Champions League with an impressive 4-2 win over Liverpool, led by a standout performance from Ollie Watkins.

Meanwhile, Arsenal are set to face already-relegated Burnley, while Manchester City must win their remaining fixture against Bournemouth to stay in contention for the league title.