Season review: the set-piece specialists
Arsenal’s path to the title was marked by tactical discipline and unmatched efficiency on set pieces. This season, the Gunners established themselves as the undisputed kings of English football’s set pieces, breaking records by scoring 18 Premier League goals from corners.
This formidable efficiency was on full display in the penultimate match against Burnley. Bukayo Saka’s precise, curling delivery found Kai Havertz, who outjumped everyone to power a crucial 1-0 victory at the Emirates.
Return to the podium after a long absence
This historic triumph officially ends a 22-year wait for silverware. The last time Arsenal lifted the Premier League trophy was back in the 2003-2004 season, when Arsène Wenger’s legendary ‘Invincibles’ went unbeaten. Generations of Gunners fans grew up dreaming of reliving that golden era. Under Arteta’s visionary leadership, this modern and resilient group has finally carved out its own glorious chapter.
Yet this triumph is no mere gift. It arrives after years of disappointment, following three seasons where Arsenal pushed hard for the title only to fall short against Manchester City and Liverpool’s dominance.
Arsenal avoids title drama
By securing the title a day early, Arsenal sidestepped the tension of a last-day finale. Manchester City’s unexpected stumble against a resilient Bournemouth side at the Vitality Stadium left the Citizens on 78 points, while Arsenal’s impressive tally of 82 points mathematically ended the title race with a four-point cushion.
After grinding out a tense victory over already-relegated Burnley, Sunday’s final match at Crystal Palace promises to be a celebratory lap of honour for the new champions.
A double dream: Premier League and Champions League?
With the Premier League title now secured, one question dominates the conversation: Is this extraordinary Arsenal side ready to achieve a historic double by claiming the Champions League? Under Mikel Arteta, the Gunners have built rock-solid foundations, led by midfield maestro Declan Rice and a backline that has stifled Europe’s best.
Now untouchable, Arsenal need only one step to conquer Europe. They will face Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final on 30 May at the Puskás Aréna in Budapest.
Winning Europe’s premier club competition would crown an already exceptional season and propel this team into footballing immortality.
Arsenal clinches Premier League title after 22-year wait
