Arsenal F.C. have been crowned champions of the English Premier League, EPL for the first time since their famous “Invincibles” campaign under Arsène Wenger in the 2003/04 season.
The North London club sealed the 2025/26 league title on Tuesday after closest challengers Manchester City F.C. were held to a 1-1 draw by AFC Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium.
Mikel Arteta’s side had done their part a day earlier with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Burnley F.C.. The result moved Arsenal four points clear at the top with one game remaining, making it mathematically impossible for City to catch them.
After finishing as runners-up in each of the previous three seasons, Arsenal finally broke through with a campaign built on defensive solidity and efficiency in key moments. The partnership of William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhães anchored the back line, while goalkeeper David Raya kept 19 clean sheets to claim a third consecutive Golden Glove award.
Nigerian Celebrities Celebrate Arsenal’s Triumph
The title sparked wild celebrations across Nigeria, where Arsenal enjoy one of the largest fan bases among English clubs.
Former Arsenal striker Nwankwo Kanu wrote: “KAN U believe it??? Arsenal Forever. The Gunners worked so hard for this. Difficult but they fought. Very well deserved. Come on you Gunners.”
Super Falcons star Asisat Oshoala posted: “22yrs no b beans oo…. Arsenal deserve am. I’m glad they won this early, more rest period for them ahead of the UCL final.”
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar said: “Congratulations to Arsenal on a well-deserved Premier League victory… North London is red again.”
Businessman Tony Elumelu celebrated by sharing a video in an Arsenal shirt with the caption: “EPL champions 2026.”
Singer Tiwa Savage wrote: “Congratulations to Us Arsenal, The champions of England.”
Fuji musician Wasiu Alabi Pasuma posted: “We did it after 22 years. Congratulations to my fellow Arsenal fans. UP GUNNERS. Victory party coming soon.”
Other celebrities who joined the celebrations included singers Chike, Falz and Seun Kuti, as well as comedian Remote.
Pastor Dolapo also offered an apology after earlier predicting that Arsenal would not win the title.
Singer Davido announced his return to supporting Arsenal, posting simply: “Back a Gunner.” Rapper Odumodublvck responded: “Me and you never fight before. No be today e go start. I accept you back.”
Minister of Aviation Festus Keyamo celebrated with the message: “After 22 long years, we are FINALLY CHAMPIONS!! UP GUNNERS!!”
Victor Boniface marked the occasion by announcing a ₦1.5 million giveaway for Arsenal supporters
