How does Chelsea's victory over West Ham affect the first four Premier League races?

Chelsea beat West Ham at Stamford Bridge to increase their chances of placing in the top four this season.

The Blues recorded a 2-0 win over their London rivals, climbing to third place and qualifying for the Champions League qualification.

Maurizio Sarri's men played one more game than their top four rivals Tottenham, Arsenal and Manchester United.

But if we are wrong, the trio of hunters will see Chelsea retain its place among the first four places on the eve of the last five games of the season.

Here is the progress of the race for a place in the Champions League.

Tottenham

Current position: 4th

Points: 64

Remaining devices: Brightders (H), Huddersfield (M), Manchester City (A), West Ham (M), Bournemouth (A), Everton (M)

Recent form: One win, one draw, four losses – 4 points

Arsenal

Current position: 5th

Points: 63

Remaining devices: Watford (A), Crystal Palace (H), Wolves (A), Leicester City (A), Brighton (H), Burnley (A)

Recent form: Four wins, one draw, one loss – 13 points

Chelsea

Current position: 3rd

Points: 66

Remaining devices: Liverpool (A), Burnley (M), Manchester United (A), Watford (M), Leicester City (A)

Recent form: Four wins, one draw, one loss – 13 points

Manchester United

Current position: 6th

Points: 61

Remaining devices: West Ham (H), Everton (A), Chelsea (H), Manchester City (H), Huddersfield (A), Cardiff (H)

Recent form: Three wins, one draw, two losses – 10 points