"Fulham" and "Cardiff City" dropped down to the second division, "Man Utd" lost at home (VIDEO) © EuroFootball.com

On Saturday, the second to last round of the Premier League started in England.

In the early matches in London, Sam Allardyce's West Ham United team played at home against Tottenham.

In the 25th minute, Tottenham defender Younes Kaboul was sent off the field, and in the 27th minute Harry Kane scored an own goal.

The quantitative advantage was also used by Stewart Downing, who doubled the score just before the long break.

In the second half, no goals were scored, so West Ham celebrated victory and added three points to their tally in the league table.

Later in the matches, it became clear that two teams will not be in the Premier League next season.

Cardiff City players, who occupy the last place, lost to Newcastle United. Goals from Shola Ameobi, Loic Remy, and Steven Taylor sent Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's team to the Championship division.

Meanwhile, Fulham suffered a heavy defeat away to Stoke City. Felix Magath was unable to keep the London team in the top division.

Aston Villa almost secured their place in the Premier League next season. Paul Lambert's players defeated Hull City 3-1 at home.

Sunderland took an important step towards survival, celebrating a victory at Old Trafford after Sebastien Larsson's goal against Manchester United, coached by Ryan Giggs.

The fate of Norwich City club is still uncertain. The Canaries are in 18th place in the league table and will face Chelsea away on Sunday.

Results / Table / Video:

"West Ham" 2 - 0 "Tottenham"

"Man Utd" 0 - 1 "Sunderland"