Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said the club's journey to the Premier League title was incredible during a reflection on the season [1].
The victory ended a 22-year wait for a league title [2]. This achievement marks a significant turnaround for the club under Arteta's leadership, signaling a return to the top of English football.
Arteta shared personal anecdotes about the moments surrounding the title clinching on May 19, 2024 [3]. While reports differ on his exact activities, Arteta said he was at a barbecue flipping burgers when the final whistle blew and did not see the game [3]. In another account, he said the scene was magical, noting that his son ran into the garden crying, “We are champions, Daddy” [4].
The title was secured following a loss by Manchester City [3]. This result capped a season where Arsenal maintained high momentum, including a key 3-0 victory over Fulham that kept the title race alive [5].
Arteta's reflections, recorded for NBC Sports at the Emirates Stadium, focused on the emotional weight of the achievement [1]. He said the squad made progress throughout the campaign to reach the trophy lift in London [1].
Despite the celebrations, the manager has previously noted the necessity of maintaining focus. In a separate statement, Arteta said the team must stay focused on the title push and keep the momentum built over the season [6].
““It was magical – my son ran into the garden crying, ‘We are champions, Daddy.’””
The return of Arsenal to the Premier League summit represents a shift in the English football hierarchy. By breaking a two-decade drought, Arteta has validated his long-term rebuilding project and established a competitive standard that challenges the recent dominance of Manchester City.
