Every current Premier League club's best-ever league season

Since its inception in 1992, the Premier League has delivered unforgettable moments for football fans around the world. During that time, each team has had a season that defined their legacy, whether through remarkable achievements, unexpected success or historic finishes.

From record-breaking title triumphs to serious over-achievement, here we'll explore the standout seasons for the 20 teams currently competing in the 2024/25 Premier League. Join us as we celebrate their finest moments in English football’s top flight.

Arsenal’s 2003/04 season remains unmatched in Premier League history, going the entire campaign unbeaten. Arsène Wenger’s side recorded 26 wins and 12 draws, amassing 90 points and finishing 11 ahead of second-placed Chelsea. Thierry Henry (pictured with Dennis Bergkamp) led the charge with 30 league goals, while a rock-solid defence featuring Sol Campbell and Ashley Cole ensured their dominance. Their invincible run cemented their place as one of England’s greatest-ever sides.

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After achieving their best Premier League points tally in over a decade in 2022/23, finishing seventh with 61 points, Unai Emery went one better a season later, sealing the Villans' return to the Champions League for the first time 1982/83 with a fourth-placed finish (68 points). Ollie Watkins (pictured) was a standout performer again with 19 goals, while the team’s defensive organisation turned Villa Park into a fortress.

Bournemouth’s 2016/17 season was their best in the Premier League, finishing an impressive ninth with 46 points. Eddie Howe’s (pictured) exciting brand of football saw the Cherries score 55 goals, with Joshua King leading the way with 16 strikes. Memorable victories included a dramatic 4-3 win over Liverpool and a 6-1 thrashing of Hull City. The team’s fearless approach cemented their reputation as an established top-flight club.

Brentford’s 2022/23 season was their most successful to date in the Premier League, finishing in ninth place with 59 points. Under the guidance of Thomas Frank (left), the club displayed impressive resilience and quality, securing wins over the likes of Manchester City and Liverpool. Ivan Toney (right) was a key figure, contributing 20 goals, while the team’s collective effort in both attack and defence stood out. This finish marked a significant achievement for a club with limited Premier League experience, and their strong form earned them a spot in the upper half of the table.

Brighton achieved their highest-ever Premier League finish in 2022/23, securing sixth place with 62 points, and qualifying for European competition for the first time in their history. Under Roberto De Zerbi, the team excelled with a dynamic attacking style, scoring 72 goals, with key players such as Kaoru Mitoma, Alexis Mac Allister (left) and Moisés Caicedo playing pivotal roles in their success. Brighton’s ability to finish ahead of teams with much larger resources reflected their tactical discipline and effective recruitment.

Chelsea’s 2004/05 season is widely regarded as their finest in the Premier League. Managed by José Mourinho, the Blues finished the campaign as champions with 95 points, breaking several records along the way, including the fewest goals conceded (15). The team was a model of defensive solidity and attacking prowess, with Frank Lampard contributing 13 goals and 18 assists from midfield. The title was Chelsea's first Premier League triumph, and it marked the beginning of an era of dominance, with the team leading the charge in the top flight for years to come.

Despite parting ways with long-term manager Roy Hodgson early in the campaign, Palace went on to better their previous record-best campaign (2014/15) by a single point, ending in 10th place with 49 points. Oliver Glasner’s appointment — plus the fully fit and firing trio of Eberechi Eze, Michael Olise (centre) and Jean-Philippe Mateta (left) — sparked an upturn in form, and the side ended the campaign as one of the most-talked-about sides in Europe.

Everton’s 2004/05 season remains one of the club's best in the Premier League, as they finished in fourth place, securing a spot in the Champions League qualifying rounds. Under the leadership of David Moyes (pictured), Everton accumulated 61 points, finishing ahead of Champions League winners Liverpool. The Toffees' solid defence, led by captain Phil Neville, and dynamic midfield, with players like Tim Cahill and Mikel Arteta, were key to their success.

Fulham’s 2008/09 Premier League campaign is one of the most remarkable survival stories in Premier League history. Under manager Roy Hodgson, the club secured a seventh-place finish with 53 points, a record high for the club in the Premier League era. This impressive achievement was all the more remarkable given they narrowly missed out on relegation the previous season and were still flirting with the drop in late-January. Clint Dempsey (pictured) and Andrew Johnson's seven goals apiece were central to the turnaround, while the team's resilient defensive performances, including a series of key clean sheets, helped steer the Cottagers to a place in the following season’s Europa League, where they ended up reaching the final.

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The 2000/01 season remains the Tractor Boys' best, finishing in a remarkable fifth place with 66 points. This performance secured European competition for the following season, a rare feat for a club of their size. Marcus Stewart (pictured), with 19 goals, was the standout player, while George Burley’s tactical acumen ensured a solid defensive and attacking balance. Despite struggles in subsequent years, this campaign remains a proud moment in the club’s history.

The 2015/16 season is one of the most extraordinary in Premier League history. Against 5000/1 odds, Leicester secured the title with 81 points, 10 points clear of Arsenal. The team’s remarkable form was driven by the goalscoring of Jamie Vardy, who set a new Premier League record with goals in consecutive matches, and Riyad Mahrez, whose creativity and flair earned him the PFA Player of the Year award. N'Golo Kanté's tireless work in midfield was pivotal to their success, too. Under manager Claudio Ranieri, Leicester's title win remains a fairytale that inspired football fans worldwide.

The 2019/20 season marked the end of a 30-year wait for the league title at Anfield —  and they achieved it in style. Jürgen Klopp’s team amassed 99 points, 18 ahead of second-placed Manchester City, setting a new record for the earliest title win in Premier League history. Liverpool won 32 matches, drawing three and losing only three, with standout performances from Mohamed Salah, Sadio Mané and Virgil van Dijk leading them to 99 points — the second-highest total in Premier League history.

Pep Guardiola’s side set a new benchmark by reaching 100 points in 2017/18. They won 32 matches, drew four and lost just two, finishing 19 points clear of second-placed Manchester United. City’s 106 goals were the most ever scored in a single Premier League season, with Kevin De Bruyne providing a league-high 16 assists. Sergio Agüero’s 21 goals and the creativity of David Silva made City’s attack irresistible. Their record-breaking campaign established them as one of the most dominant in Premier League history.

Manchester United followed up their historic Treble with a commanding league campaign in 1999/00. Sir Alex Ferguson’s side clinched the title with 91 points, 18 ahead of Arsenal. The team scored 97 goals, with Dwight Yorke and Andy Cole contributing 20 and 19 league goals, respectively. A solid defence, led by Jaap Stam,  in tandem with midfield brilliance from Roy Keane (pictured) and Paul Scholes, ensured United’s dominance. This season confirmed their status as the era’s leading force.

Newcastle finished second in 1995/96, narrowly missing out on the title with 78 points. Under Kevin Keegan (centre), the Magpies played some of the most exciting football in Premier League history. Les Ferdinand netted 25 goals, while David Ginola’s creativity dazzled fans. Despite leading the league by 12 points in January, a late-season slump allowed Manchester United to leapfrog them in the title race.

Newly promoted Nottingham Forest stunned the Premier League by finishing third in 1994/95 with 77 points. Manager Frank Clark masterminded their success, with Stan Collymore (pictured) contributing 22 goals in an outstanding campaign. The team’s attacking style and ability to compete against top sides ensured qualification for the UEFA Cup.

Southampton achieved their highest-ever Premier League finish in 2015/16, ending sixth with 63 points. Under Ronald Koeman, the Saints combined defensive resilience with attacking flair, with Sadio Mané (right) and Graziano Pellè (left) standing out (both finished the season on 11 goals). This campaign secured Europa League football and marked a golden period for the club following Mauricio Pochettino's departure.

During 2016/17, Tottenham secured their highest Premier League points tally, finishing second with 86 points. Harry Kane (right) won the Golden Boot with 29 goals, while Dele Alli (left) provided 18 goals and seven assists. Mauricio Pochettino’s side thrilled fans with their attacking football and conceded just 26 goals, the league’s best defensive record. Despite falling short of Chelsea in the title race, Spurs' campaign showcased their potential.

West Ham secured fifth place in 1998/99, their highest-ever Premier League finish. Harry Redknapp’s (pictured) side earned 57 points, with Paolo Di Canio and Ian Wright leading the attack. Young talents like Rio Ferdinand and Frank Lampard played key roles, while Trevor Sinclair’s consistency added balance. The season saw the Hammers earn UEFA Intertoto Cup qualification, marking a memorable chapter in their history.

Wolves built on their strong Premier League return by finishing seventh again in 2019/20, increasing their points tally to 59. Under Nuno Espírito Santo, the team played an exciting brand of football, led by Raul Jiménez (left), who scored 17 league goals. Adama Traoré’s (right) explosive pace and Ruben Neves’ midfield mastery made Wolves a formidable side. They reached the Europa League quarter-finals that year, highlighting their resurgence as a force in English and European football.

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