Arsenal Celebrate Landmark Premier League Title Win After 22-Year Wait [Video]

According to IReporter Online, Arsenal supporters endured a tense wait late into Tuesday night, May 20, for a moment they had long anticipated for over two decades, as celebrations erupted immediately once the long-awaited confirmation arrived.

Fans gathered in large numbers around pubs and streets near the Emirates Stadium as attention turned to Manchester City’s Premier League clash with AFC Bournemouth, with Arsenal supporters aware that only a City victory would extend the title race.

However, Manchester City were held to a draw on the south coast, a result that mathematically confirmed Arsenal as Premier League champions for the first time in 22 years, sparking widespread jubilation across North London.

As soon as the final whistle sounded, scenes of celebration broke out around the Emirates Stadium, where supporters embraced, sang, and celebrated a historic achievement many had feared might never return after years of near misses. Inside local pubs, emotions ran high as fans marked the long-awaited triumph.

Similar celebrations were reported at the club’s training ground, where players and staff had gathered to watch the decisive match together. On confirmation of the result, the squad erupted into chants and dancing, celebrating with “Campeones, Campeones, Ole Ole Ole,” as the long wait for glory finally ended.

Arsenal captain Declan Rice, who had earlier cautioned that “it’s not done” following a previous setback against Manchester City, later reflected the moment with a brief social media post showing the team celebrating alongside the caption “It’s done.”

The title marks a defining achievement in the tenure of manager Mikel Arteta, who has spent seven years rebuilding the club into Premier League champions once again.

The victory also carries significant historical weight, coming two decades after Arsenal’s famous 2003-04 “Invincibles” season. Since then, generations of supporters have lived through the wait for another league triumph, with many sharing emotional reflections on the long journey.

Messages of congratulations poured in from across sports and political circles. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer described the victory as a long-awaited return to glory for the club, while London Mayor Sadiq Khan praised Arsenal as the first London side to secure the league title in nearly a decade. Seven-time Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton also joined in celebration, sharing a congratulatory message to the team.

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola offered respectful praise, acknowledging Arsenal’s achievement and congratulating Arteta, his players, and supporters on a well-deserved title win.

As celebrations continue, attention is already shifting toward European competition, with Arsenal set to face Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final on May 30, as hopes of completing a historic double remain firmly alive.