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After a long 22-year wait, Arsenal have finally reclaimed the Premier League crown, sparking scenes of jubilation among fans and players alike as the Gunners prepare for their official trophy lift.

The North London club sealed their first top-flight title since Arsene Wenger’s legendary 2003/04 ‘Invincibles’ campaign on Tuesday night. The confirmation came after Manchester City were held to a 1-1 draw by Bournemouth, a result that also secured the Cherries their first-ever qualification for European football under departing head coach Andoni Iraola.

That draw on the south coast ensured Arsenal an unassailable four-point advantage at the top of the table with just one match remaining. The Gunners had earlier edged Burnley 1-0 at the Emirates Stadium on Monday night, thanks to a crucial strike from Kai Havertz, which piled immense pressure on Pep Guardiola’s side.

For Manchester City, this season will end with both domestic cup titles as consolation. It also marks the final campaign under Pep Guardiola, who is expected to be succeeded by former Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca at the Etihad Stadium this summer.

Arsenal, meanwhile, have the chance to complete a remarkable double. Mikel Arteta’s men are now turning their focus to the Champions League final against defending champions Paris Saint-Germain, set to take place in Budapest on May 30.

Following Arsenal’s narrow win over Burnley and City’s draw with Bournemouth, the thrilling Premier League title race officially concluded with one round of fixtures still to play—meaning the championship will not be decided on the final weekend.

This Sunday, Manchester City host Europa League finalists Aston Villa, while Arsenal travel across London to face Crystal Palace, who have reached the Conference League final. However, the outcome of that fixture will have no bearing on the title standings.

With the league already wrapped up, Arteta now has the luxury of rotating his squad ahead of the high-stakes encounter with PSG. Yet, the match at Selhurst Park still carries symbolic importance, as Arsenal will be formally presented with the Premier League trophy after the final whistle.

On Tuesday evening, the Gunners were already seen celebrating at their London Colney training ground, posing with a cardboard version of the famous silverware in anticipation of the real thing this weekend.