20.05.2026 08:40
Arsenal under Mikel Arteta became Premier League champions after 22 years following Manchester City's loss of points against Bournemouth. The Spanish manager won his first Premier League trophy. He ended Guardiola's dominance mentored by his former player Mikel Arteta.
Under Mikel Arteta, Arsenal achieved a historic success in the Premier League. After Manchester City dropped points away at Bournemouth, the London club declared their championship with one week remaining.
22-YEAR DROUGHT ENDS
In the 37th week of the Premier League, Manchester City drew 1-1 with Bournemouth. Following this result, Arsenal increased the point difference to 4 and became champions for the first time since the 2003-04 season.
ARTETA'S FIRST PREMIER LEAGUE VICTORY
Mikel Arteta, who took charge of Arsenal in 2019, experienced his first Premier League championship in his managerial career. The Spanish coach, who kept his team in the title race in recent years, finally led them to a happy ending.
THE STUDENT SURPASSES THE MASTER
After serving as Pep Guardiola's assistant at Manchester City, Mikel Arteta was appointed as head coach at his former club Arsenal in 2019. Years later, he finished the league ahead of his mentor Guardiola, changing the London club's unfortunate fate.
FIRST SINCE ARSENE WENGER
Arsenal had last won the Premier League title under Arsene Wenger in the 2003-04 season. Arteta achieved the greatest success since the squad known as 'The Invincibles' went down in history.
SET PIECES BROUGHT THE CHAMPIONSHIP
Arsenal's success with set pieces this season drew attention. The London club set a Premier League record by scoring 18 goals from corner kick situations.
EYES ON THE CHAMPIONS LEAGUE
Having reached a happy ending in the Premier League, Arsenal now turn their focus to the Champions League final. The Gunners will face PSG at the Puskas Arena on May 30. If Arsenal win the match, they will bring the club's first European trophy to their museum.
A FIRST FOR GUARDIOLA
Meanwhile, Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola completed two consecutive seasons without winning a title for the first time in his career. Turkish international Enes Ünal, who plays for Bournemouth, came into the match in the 89th minute.