Arsenal wins 2025-26 Premier League title, ending 22-year drought

Arsenal clinched the 2025-26 Premier League title for the first time since 2004 following Manchester City's 2-2 draw with Bournemouth on the final matchday, as reported by the Guardian. Arsenal secured a 2-1 victory over Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park, finishing the season on 85 points and ending a 22-year league drought. Captain Martin Odegaard celebrated by lifting the trophy during a parade in north London, highlighting the culmination of a season managed by Mikel Arteta.

In their title-winning match, Arsenal goals came from Gabriel Jesus and Noni Madueke, with the team fielding Max Dowman, the youngest Premier League starter in history. The squad is now turning their attention to the upcoming Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain, setting up a potential European triumph for Arteta’s side, according to The National and the Guardian’s post-match coverage.

While Arsenal celebrated, Tottenham Hotspur secured their Premier League survival by defeating Everton, confirming their status for the next season as noted by MyJoyOnline. The relegation battle continued at the bottom of the table, with West Ham facing the threat of demotion if results do not go their way on the final day, according to Guardian Sport US. Manchester United finished third in the league standings, closely following Arsenal and Manchester City.

Bournemouth, despite a historic unbeaten run and achieving sixth place, missed out on a Champions League spot after failing to capitalize on Manchester City's draw, per Guardian reports. This outcome leaves Bournemouth just outside the qualification zone for Europe’s premiere club competition. The Premier League season opened with notable results, including Liverpool’s victory over Bournemouth and setbacks for Manchester City in earlier matches, setting the stage for this dramatic league conclusion.

Looking ahead, Arsenal's challenge in the Champions League final against PSG will be a key focus, as this title win marks a major step for the club’s ambitions. Meanwhile, final decisions on relegation and European qualification on the closing matchday remain crucial for several clubs competing for survival and continental competition slots.