Arsenal secured the Premier League title on May 24, 2026, after Manchester City played to a 1-1 draw with Bournemouth [4].
The victory marks the end of a long title drought for the North London club and signals a shift in the balance of power within English football. This triumph comes after years of near-misses and rebuilding under current management.
The title was mathematically sealed when Manchester City failed to win their match, leaving Arsenal with a four-point lead atop the table [2]. This result granted the club its first Premier League trophy in 22 years [1].
Players reacted to the news across various settings. Some reports indicate the squad gathered at the club's training ground to watch the result, while other accounts say players celebrated from their homes [5, 6]. Bukayo Saka and Declan Rice shared their reactions alongside former club players Lee Dixon and Robbie Earle.
Saka expressed a sense of vindication regarding the club's journey. "It's our time," Saka said [7].
Rice also noted the shift in perception for the team. "Not laughing anymore," Rice said [8].
Former player Lee Dixon reflected on the achievement of the current squad. "We lifted the Premier League trophy as champions," Dixon said [9].
The celebration follows a season of high consistency where Arsenal managed to maintain a gap over their closest rivals. The 1-1 result for City ensured that no further matches could strip Arsenal of the top spot, confirming the championship on the final day of the season [3, 4].
“"It's our time."”
Arsenal's victory breaks a two-decade period of dominance by other clubs, specifically the recent era of Manchester City's hegemony. By securing the title with a four-point margin, the club demonstrates a level of tactical stability and squad depth that had been missing since the early 2000s.
