Erling Haaland scored an extra-time goal against Bournemouth, but it was not enough to take the English Premier League title race to the wire. North London erupted in the historic celebration as soon as the referee blew his whistle at Vitality Stadium on Tuesday night.

And with a game in hand, Arsenal won their first league title since their famous invincibles 2023-24 season, and the 14th overall title. The Gunners' faith in their former captain and the current manager, Mikel Arteta, was justified tenfold.

The Spaniard took his time to build the road to the title and even faced fans' wrath when the North London side failed to finish inside the top four in his first three years at the Emirates. However, after finishing the previous three years as runners-up, the 44-year-old proved his worth in the 2025-26 season.

Arsenal maintained a lead with 25 wins in 37 games and overcame Manchester City's challenge. It was not a dominant campaign like 2003-04, when Arsene Wenger's side were invincible with an 11-point lead over Chelsea, but it was impressive enough to thwart Manchester City's late charge.

Apart from Arteta's stubborn leadership, the North London giants were helped by solid defence at the back. So far this season, Arsenal have conceded the fewest goals (26) and have the most clean sheets (19). The new signing, Viktor Gyokeres, has contributed with 14 goals, not an impressive number, but the Swedish striker produced some memorable match-winning goals to earn praise.

Now that the Premier League title wait is over after 22 long years, the Gunners have another piece of glory waiting for them on May 30.

Arsenal eye historic double on May 30

Arsenal are also in contention for the UEFA Champions League 2025-26 title. They are set to face the defending champions, Paris Saint-Germain, in Budapest for the championship title on May 30.

Unlike their strong history in the domestic league, the Gunners have never tasted European success. They came close in 2006, but fell short against Barcelona in the final in Paris. That was their only final appearance in the biggest football league in Europe.

The Gunners were always tipped as the title contenders in the Premier League this season, but very few had imagined the UCL final for Mikel Arteta's side. They defeated Atletico Madrid in the semifinals and overcame Sporting and Leverkusen in the knockout stages to secure a berth in the final.

It will be a historic double for the Gunners if they overcome PSG on May 30. From having no major trophy in the last 22 years to both double glory in the same month will definitely put Mikel Arteta on the level with Arsene Wenger.

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