By Joshua Otieno | May 25, 2026
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM — Arsenal Football Club have officially been crowned the 2025/26 English Premier League champions, ending a 22-year wait for domestic glory after sealing the title with a 2-1 victory over Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park.
The triumph marks Arsenal’s first league title since the legendary 2003/04 “Invincibles” campaign and caps off a remarkable season under manager Mikel Arteta.
Despite making nine changes to his starting lineup, Arteta’s side comfortably secured victory through goals from Gabriel Jesus and Noni Madueke, ensuring the Gunners finished the campaign on a high note.
The North London club ended the season at the summit of the Premier League standings with 85 points, seven clear of second-placed rivals after recording 26 wins, seven draws, and five defeats across the season.
Club captain Martin Ødegaard officially lifted the Premier League trophy in front of jubilant traveling supporters, bringing an end to more than two decades of waiting for league success.
The historic achievement sparked celebrations across the world, including in Kenya, where Arsenal supporters gathered at Mama Ngina Drive in Mombasa for colorful celebrations marked by singing, dancing, and chants honoring the club’s title-winning squad.
Speaking after the coronation, Arsenal co-chairman Josh Kroenke reaffirmed the club’s commitment to sustained success.
“We are fully invested emotionally and financially to continue building and providing the resources needed for more magical seasons,” Kroenke said.
Attention now turns to Arsenal’s pursuit of a historic double, with the Gunners set to face Paris Saint-Germain in the UEFA Champions League final in Budapest.
The club has also received an injury boost ahead of the showdown, with midfielder Mikel Merino returning from foot surgery during the Crystal Palace match, while defender Jurrien Timber continues recovery in hopes of making the final squad.
Meanwhile, Arsenal fans are expected to continue celebrations next week when the club stages a major victory parade through the streets of London following the Champions League final.
The title victory cements Mikel Arteta’s growing legacy at Arsenal and signals the club’s return to the summit of English football after years of rebuilding and near misses.
