Triumph After Decades: Arsenal Claims Premier League Title for the First Time in 22 Years

Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal has officially secured the English Premier League title for the 2025/2026 season with games to spare. This historic victory puts an end to a 22-year drought, as the Gunners last hoisted the prestigious trophy during their unforgettable 2003/04 season. The championship was confirmed in the penultimate round after their closest rivals, Manchester City, dropped points in a 1-1 draw against Bournemouth, eliminating any mathematical possibility of catching up. Ahead of the final 38th matchday, Arsenal leads the table with 82 points, while Manchester City sits second with 78 points.

This marks Arsenal's 14th English league title. The current triumph signals the full-scale return of the North London club to the absolute pinnacle of world football. This campaign could become legendary, as Arteta’s men have also reached the UEFA Champions League final for the first time since 2006. The decisive European showdown will take place on May 30 at the stadium in Budapest, where the Gunners will face French powerhouse Paris Saint-Germain.