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Too little, too late, Arsenal beat Everton but still miss out on top-four

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Despite beating Everton, Arsenal will not be playing Champions League football next season for the first time in 20 years.

LONDON -- Three thoughts from Arsenal's 3-1 win over Everton from the Emirates on the final day of the Premier League season.

1. Victory not enough

Even if Arsene Wenger stays on, as now appears likely, next season will be one of great change at Arsenal. For the first time since 1998, they will not be in the Champions League. Liverpool holding their nerve against Middlesbrough made victory here for Arsenal academic.