The first team to be relegated from the Premier League has been confirmed

England's Premier League matchday 35 saw Newcastle United face off against Sheffield United. The hosts, Newcastle, won the match played at St. James' Park with a score of 5-1, and with this result, the visiting team Sheffield United was relegated.

Sheffield United took the lead in the 5th minute with a goal from Anel Ahmedhodzic. Newcastle equalized in the 26th minute with a goal from Alexander Isak, and the teams went into the break tied at 1-1.

Starting the second half like a storm, Newcastle secured the 3 points with goals from Bruno Guimaraes in the 54th minute, Alexander Isak from a penalty in the 61st minute, an own goal by Ben Osborn in the 65th minute, and Callum Wilson in the 72nd minute.

Sheffield United, who were promoted to the Premier League this season, remained on 16 points, and their relegation from the Premier League was confirmed with 3 weeks left to play.

Newcastle United, meanwhile, increased their points tally to 54, maintaining their 7th place position and continuing their pursuit of Manchester United, who are 1 point ahead, for a UEFA Europa Conference League ticket.

Sheffield United will host Nottingham Forest next week. Newcastle will travel to face Burnley away.

News Source: 12punto