Arsenal F.C. have officially been crowned champions of the 2025/2026 Premier League season, bringing an end to their 22-year wait for the English top-flight title after Manchester City F.C. dropped vital points in a dramatic draw against AFC Bournemouth.
The title race was mathematically settled after Manchester City were held to a 1-1 draw at the Vitality Stadium, a result that confirmed Arsenal as league champions even before the final round of matches.
Arsenal had earlier boosted their title hopes with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Burnley F.C., moving Arsenal F.C. five points clear at the top of the table and placing the club firmly in control of the championship race.
At Bournemouth, City found themselves under pressure after Eli Junior Kroupi scored in the first half to hand the hosts the lead and increase tension for Pep Guardiola’s side.
Although Erling Haaland grabbed a late stoppage-time equaliser for Manchester City, the draw was not enough to keep their title defence alive.
The result left City on 84 points with only one fixture remaining, making it impossible for them to overtake Arsenal.
The triumph marks Arsenal’s first Premier League title since the legendary “Invincibles” campaign under Arsène Wenger during the 2003/2004 season, when the club famously completed the league unbeaten.
Under manager Mikel Arteta, Arsenal’s long-term rebuilding project has finally delivered success, with the team’s blend of young talents and experienced players restoring the club to the summit of English football.
Attention will now turn to Europe as Arsenal prepare for a UEFA Champions League final clash against Paris Saint-Germain F.C. later this month, with hopes of completing a historic league and European double.
