EPL: Tottenham survive relegation scare as West Ham drop after 14-year stay

Tottenham Hotspur secured Premier League survival on a dramatic final day of the season, while West Ham United were relegated after 14 years in the top flight.

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Spurs went into their final match against Everton needing at least a draw to guarantee safety, with only goal difference separating them from West Ham.

João Paulinha gave Tottenham a crucial breakthrough just before half-time, easing tension at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and putting Spurs in control of their survival battle.

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West Ham, meanwhile, were also fighting for survival in their own fixture against Leeds, knowing only a strong result combined with other outcomes could save them.

Valentín Castellanos briefly raised hopes for the Hammers by giving them the lead, but it was not enough to overturn their situation in the table.

Late goals from Jarrod Bowen and Callum Wilson were insufficient as West Ham’s 14-year stay in the Premier League came to an end.

Tottenham held firm to secure the result they needed, completing a dramatic escape from relegation on the final day of the campaign.

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