Last day drama: Throwback to 1999

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Manchester United 2-1 Tottenham (May 1999)

Let's explore a a previous day of drama on the last day of a Premier League season.

In May 1999, Manchester United secured their fifth championship in seven years with victory at Old Trafford on what was a tense final day of the season.

Goals from David Beckham and Andy Cole ultimately proved enough to give Ferguson's team the three points they needed to claim the crown. Second-placed Arsenal beat Aston Villa 1-0 at Highbury.

Throughout the 90 minutes the result was never totally secure and Tottenham, who had taken a shock lead through Les Ferdinand, were never out of the match. This was to the annoyance of the Tottenham fans who were quite happy for United to win and see North London rivals Arsenal miss out on the title. 

For United, this was the first part of what was an historic few days. They would go on to clinch the FA Cup and Champions League, becoming the first English team to win The Treble. 

Ken, a Manchester United fan, said: "One of the greatest ever Old Trafford atmospheres. It was a bit nervy when Spurs scored but you always knew we'd triumph."

Josh, another United fan, added: "The greatest 10 days of my entire life. From Old Trafford to the Nou Camp with a trip to Wembley in between. What an incredible time to be a Manchester United fan."

25 years later, Spurs fans found themselves in a similarly position where their fans were actively wanting to lose and stop Arsenal winning the league. This time it was Manchester City and unlike 1999, this wasn't the last match of the season. Will there be more drama to come in the 2023/2024 season.
 

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