Top five factors behind Arsenal’s first Premier League title in 22 years

Author: Al Jazeera Staff\
Published on: 20/05/2026 | 00:00:00

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Mikel Arteta’s men held off the challenge of Pep Guardiola’s City on Tuesday night to seal a long-awaited triumph with one game to spare. Recommended Stories list of 4 items list 1 of 4US to let DR Congo football team in for World Cup despite Ebola restrictions list 2 of 4Neymar’s surprise World Cup call-up. All to know about his Brazil return list 3 of 4Messi mania but no World Cup broadcast deal in India Gunners have the best defensive record in the league, conceding just 26 goals in 37 games this season. Rice’s leadership, Raya’s saves, Gyokeres’s goals Rice and goalkeeper David Raya have stood out for Arsenal. Raya has helped Arsenal keep 19 clean sheets, earning him the Golden Glove award for the third straight year. Arteta has built the most well-rounded team of his tenure. Injuries played a ruinous role in Arsenal’s failed pursuit of Liverpool last season. New signings Gyokeres, Eberechi Eze, Martin Zubimendi, Noni Madueke, Piero Hincapie and Cristhian Mosquera have all made significant contributions to get Arsenal over the line. Arsenal have been mentally tougher this season, holding on after yet another strong start to the campaign. Faltering rivals Arsenal accumulated more points two years ago when they were pipped to the title by City despite winning 16 of their final 18 games. Over the past decade, City and Liverpool have often set the bar high, winning the league with more than 90 points.


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