LONDON (WAM AND REUTERS)

Arsenal have shattered 22 years of Premier League heartbreak to capture a historic title on an emotional final day that saw Pep Guardiola take his final, tearful bow at Manchester City.

The Gunners wrapped up their historic campaign with a 2-1 victory over Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park, finishing at the summit with 85 points. Palace ended their season in 15th place on 45 points.

At the Etihad Stadium, Pep Guardiola's final game in charge of Manchester City ended in a 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa. City finished as runners-up on 78 points, while Villa - fresh from their Europa League triumph - clinched fourth place with 65 points.

Meanwhile, Anfield bid farewell to Mohamed Salah as Liverpool played out a 1-1 draw with Brentford. The result left the Reds fifth on 60 points and Brentford ninth on 53 points.

At the bottom of the table, Burnley and Wolverhampton Wanderers were relegated after a 1-1 draw, finishing 19th and 20th respectively. West Ham United were also relegated despite a comprehensive 3-0 win over Leeds United, whilst Tottenham Hotspur ensured their safety with a 1-0 victory over Everton.

In the day's other fixtures, Manchester United beat Brighton 3-0, Fulham defeated Newcastle United 2-0, and Sunderland edged Chelsea 2-1. Nottingham Forest and Bournemouth played out a 1-1 draw.

Arsenal, Manchester City, Manchester United, Aston Villa, and Liverpool have all secured qualification for next season's Champions League.

Guardiola's Guard of Honour

After the season finale at the Etihad, players and staff lined up for a guard of honour wearing shirts bearing Guardiola's name.

"I'm so nervous right now. Why do you love me so much? Why ⁠do you do that to me?" Guardiola said to the crowd. "I never imagined the amount of love, it has been an incredible, tremendous honour ​to be your manager for 10 years. Incredible emotions."

The Catalan added: "Over the next years, wherever in the world, if you see me in the streets or here at Etihad Stadium, if you are a City fan come to me, and give me a hug, I will need one," said Guardiola, who will have an Etihad stand renamed for him, and a statue built outside the stadium.

"Every decision I took I thought was the best for this club. I love you so much. It has been fun."