The Premier League season concluded on Sunday, May 24, 2026, marked by West Ham United's relegation and the high-profile departures of manager Pep Guardiola and player Mohamed Salah, according to Al Jazeera. West Ham's 14-year tenure in the top division ended despite a 3-0 victory over Leeds United. Their win was insufficient to escape the relegation zone because Tottenham Hotspur secured their survival with a 1-0 win against Everton, maintaining a two-point lead over their London rivals. Pep Guardiola is stepping down as Manchester City manager after a decade, The Hindu reports. His farewell match was scheduled for Sunday against Aston Villa at Etihad Stadium. Guardiola, 55, was under contract until June 2027 but activated a break clause. He will transition into a global ambassador role for the City Football Group, offering technical advice to affiliated clubs. Manchester City plans to rename the North Stand to "The Pep Guardiola Stand" and commission a statue in his honor. Guardiola stated, "deep inside, I know it’s my time," regarding his departure. Al Jazeera also noted Mohamed Salah's emotional exit from the Premier League after a record-breaking period, though further details were not provided in the sources.
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