By Aondowase Asan & Abraham Terese
Arsenal have been crowned champions of the 2025/26 Premier League season after Manchester City dropped crucial points in a 1–1 draw against AFC Bournemouth, confirming the North London club as winners with one game remaining.
The title marks Arsenal’s first league triumph in 22 years and signals the end of a long wait since their historic “Invincibles” campaign of 2004 under former manager Arsène Wenger.
Mikel Arteta’s side sealed the championship following an outstanding campaign built on consistency, defensive discipline, and impressive attacking performances. The Gunners maintained strong form throughout the season and successfully held off pressure from defending champions Manchester City in one of the league’s most competitive title races in recent years.
Celebrations erupted across North London after the final whistle in Manchester City’s match confirmed Arsenal as champions. Thousands of supporters gathered around the Emirates Stadium to celebrate what many fans described as a historic moment for the club.
Arteta, who previously captained Arsenal during his playing career, praised his squad for their determination and unity throughout the season. The Spanish manager also acknowledged the role played by supporters, describing the achievement as a reward for years of patience and belief.
Several Arsenal players delivered standout performances during the title-winning campaign, with the team combining youthful energy and tactical maturity to dominate crucial fixtures across the season.
The triumph represents a major milestone in Arteta’s rebuilding project and restores Arsenal to the summit of English football after more than two decades without a league crown.
For Manchester City, the result brings an end to their recent dominance of the Premier League, while attention will now shift toward rebuilding for next season following Arsenal’s breakthrough success.
