After spending month-after-month watching the action at a distance as the Covid-19 pandemic continued to force matches to be held behind closed doors, supporters finally return in unlimited numbers by the time the new season had got underway.
The excitement surrounding the arrival of new-boys Brentford and the return of fellow promoted sides Watford and Norwich City only enhanced the anticipation when the new campaign approached.
With supporters finally back in their seats and the frenzied atmosphere returning to the likes of Stamford Bridge, the Emirates and the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, there was a sense of normality returning to the life of football fans across the country.
With the help of Football Web Pages, London World takes a look at the average attendances throughout the season and sees where clubs like Arsenal, Chelsea, Spurs and West Ham United would lie if the Premier League table was based upon them.
13. Aston Villa - 41,864
Steven Gerrard’s men are sat in the top half of the Premier League table and will hope for a strong end to the campaign to build some momentum for next season. | Getty Images
14. Newcastle United - 51,249
The Magpies are the form side in the bottom half of the Premier League table and they will hope to continue their move away from the bottom three and preserve their top-flight status over the coming weeks. Photo: OLI SCARFF
15. Manchester City - 52,861
Pep Guardiola’s have made the Etihad a fortress once again this season as they boosted their hopes of winning the Premier League title by losing just two of their 14 home games. | Getty Images
16. Liverpool - 53,000
The Reds are currently hunting down leaders Manchester City in an intriguing Premier League title race. Jurgen Klopp’s men remain unbeaten at Anfield in 14 league games this season. Photo: Getty Images