Arsenal end 22-year Premier League wait as Man City draw hands Gunners title
Arsenal clinched the 2025/2026 Premier League title on Tuesday night after Manchester City's 1-1 draw with Bournemouth mathematically secured the championship for Mikel Arteta's side with a game to spare. This ends the Gunners' 22-year wait for a top-flight league title, last won in 2004 under Arsène Wenger.
The victory triggered immediate celebrations, particularly among Arsenal's enormous Nigerian fanbase—one of the largest outside the UK. Social media erupted with reactions: UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer (a lifelong Arsenal supporter) posted on X: '22 long years for Arsenal. But finally, we’re back where we belong. Champions!' Midfielder Declan Rice wrote on Instagram: 'I told you all… It’s done!' Former Arsenal stars Mohamed Elneny and David Seaman also shared emotional tributes, with Elneny telling fans who 'kept believing' that they 'deserve this.'
For Nigerian Arsenal supporters who have endured decades of near-misses, this title isn't just a trophy—it's validation of unwavering loyalty. Will you be celebrating with fellow fans at a local viewing spot, dusting off that old jersey, or simply allowing yourself to believe the wait is truly over?