Arsenal clinched the 2025-26 Premier League title, their first since 2004, following a 2-1 victory over Crystal Palace and Manchester City's 1-1 draw with Bournemouth, which officially secured the championship for Mikel Arteta's side (Guardian Sport US, Vanguard Nigeria). Arsenal finished the season with 85 points, celebrating their 14th top-flight league title with a parade in north London where captain Martin Odegaard lifted the trophy (The National UAE, Vanguard Nigeria).
The decisive win at Selhurst Park featured goals from Gabriel Jesus and Noni Madueke, with Max Dowman making history as the youngest Premier League starter (Guardian Sport US). Arsenal’s strong start to the season saw them maintain a lead for most of the campaign, although their advantage narrowed after a loss to Manchester City in April (Guardian Sport US).
A critical factor in Arsenal's success was their record-breaking performance on set pieces, with the team scoring 18 goals from corners, a Premier League season record (Vanguard Nigeria). Goalkeeper David Raya contributed significantly by matching an Arsenal record with 19 clean sheets, bolstering the team’s strong defensive record (Vanguard Nigeria, The National UAE).
Elsewhere in the league, Tottenham Hotspur secured Premier League survival with a win over Everton, rounding out the season’s drama in London (The National UAE). Arsenal's co-chairmen Stan and Josh Kroenke were noted as key figures throughout the season (The National UAE).
Looking ahead, Arsenal now shifts its focus to the Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain, aiming to secure a historic double after their domestic triumph (Guardian Sport US, Vanguard Nigeria). The result will be watched closely as Arteta seeks to consolidate Arsenal’s rise to the upper echelons of European football.
Mikel Arteta
Manchester City
Arsenal
Bournemouth
Pep Guardiola
Bournemouth
Premier League
