{"id":3183,"date":"2026-05-20T04:06:19","date_gmt":"2026-05-20T04:06:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stateupdate.co.ke\/?p=3183"},"modified":"2026-05-20T04:06:19","modified_gmt":"2026-05-20T04:06:19","slug":"video-how-arsenal-fans-celebrated-epl-title-after-22-years-wait","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stateupdate.co.ke\/index.php\/2026\/05\/20\/video-how-arsenal-fans-celebrated-epl-title-after-22-years-wait\/","title":{"rendered":"Video: How Arsenal Fans Celebrated EPL Title After 22 Years Wait"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\">On a historic Tuesday night in May 2026, Arsenal Football Club ended a 22-year wait for Premier League glory. Manchester City\u2019s 1-1 draw against Bournemouth confirmed the Gunners as 2025\/26 champions with a game to spare, sparking wild scenes of celebration across North London and beyond.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\">For fans who had endured multiple near-misses \u2014 including three consecutive runner-up finishes \u2014 the moment felt like pure catharsis. As the full-time whistle blew on the south coast, an explosion of emotion swept through pubs, streets, and outside the Emirates Stadium. <\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\">Streets Filled with Red and White<\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\">Supporters had gathered in anticipation long before kick-off, packing pubs like the Drayton Park Arms near the Emirates and filling public spaces in Islington and Highbury. When the news broke, the celebrations turned euphoric.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\">Videos showed fans pouring into the streets, waving flags, lighting flares, and chanting classic Arsenal anthems. One viral clip captured a time-lapse of crowds rapidly assembling in a public plaza at dusk, swelling into a sea of red and white under the night sky, with smoke flares and fireworks illuminating the party. Arsenal\u2019s official account perfectly captured the mood: \u201cThese streets are our own .\u201d<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\">Outside the Emirates Stadium, thousands congregated spontaneously. Chants of \u201cChampions!\u201d and \u201cOle ole ole!\u201d echoed as fans hugged strangers, sang, and danced.<a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/Arsenal\/status\/2056902493427364289?s=20\"> Fireworks lit up the sky while scarves and banners waved proudly. The atmosphere blended raw relief with unbridled joy after years of heartbreak. <\/a><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"omit-from-copy\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-xoduu5 r-u8s1d r-ocobd0 r-1sc8clx\" data-testid=\"grok_citation_web_result\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-xoduu5\" data-testid=\"placementTracking\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-xoduu5 r-109y4c4 r-11j9u27 r-92ng3h\">While fans took over the streets, the Arsenal squad gathered at the club\u2019s training ground in Hertfordshire to watch the decisive match. As soon as the draw was confirmed, players and staff erupted. Declan Rice, Bukayo Saka, Kai Havertz, Leandro Trossard, William Saliba, and others were seen jumping, hugging, and chanting \u201cCampeones, Campeones, Ole Ole Ole!\u201d Some jumped on tables in the sheer excitement of the moment.<\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/Arsenal\/status\/2056882899282964796?s=20\">Here is the Video:<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\">Captains and key figures like Rice shared emotional messages, highlighting the journey and the unbreakable bond with the fans who had stuck by the team through the lean years.<\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\">A Long-Awaited Redemption<\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\">This title \u2014 Arsenal\u2019s first since the unbeaten \u201cInvincibles\u201d campaign of 2003-04 \u2014 marks a full-circle moment under manager Mikel Arteta. <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/Arsenal\/status\/2056882899282964796?s=20\">The club finished with 82 points, boasting the league\u2019s best goal difference and defensive record. For a fanbase often mocked for their loyalty during the trophy drought, the victory felt especially sweet.<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\">Social media overflowed with emotional tributes. Long-time supporters shared stories of waiting decades, passing the love of the club through generations, and finally witnessing the Premier League trophy return to the Emirates.<\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\">What Comes Next? <\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\">As the immediate street parties wind down, Arsenal fans are already looking forward to an open-top bus parade that promises to be one of the biggest North London has ever seen. The club has reclaimed its place at English football\u2019s summit, and the celebrations serve as a powerful reminder of why supporters endure the lows \u2014 for nights exactly like this. <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"omit-from-copy\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-xoduu5 r-u8s1d r-ocobd0 r-1sc8clx\" data-testid=\"grok_citation_web_result\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-xoduu5\" data-testid=\"placementTracking\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-xoduu5 r-109y4c4 r-11j9u27 r-92ng3h\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>On a historic Tuesday night in May 2026, Arsenal Football Club ended a 22-year wait for Premier League glory. Manchester City\u2019s 1-1 draw against Bournemouth confirmed the Gunners as 2025\/26 champions with a game to spare, sparking wild scenes of celebration across North London and beyond. For fans who had endured multiple near-misses \u2014 including [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":3184,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":true,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","default_image_id":0,"font":"","enabled":false},"version":2},"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false},"categories":[1,529],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-3183","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news","category-sports"],"blocksy_meta":[],"jetpack_publicize_connections":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/stateupdate.co.ke\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Arsenal-players-celebrating-goal-against-Ipswich.jpg?fit=1200%2C682&ssl=1","jetpack-related-posts":[],"jetpack_shortlink":"https:\/\/wp.me\/pc68Dd-Pl","jetpack_likes_enabled":true,"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/stateupdate.co.ke\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3183","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/stateupdate.co.ke\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/stateupdate.co.ke\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/stateupdate.co.ke\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/stateupdate.co.ke\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3183"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/stateupdate.co.ke\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3183\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":3186,"href":"https:\/\/stateupdate.co.ke\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3183\/revisions\/3186"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/stateupdate.co.ke\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/3184"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/stateupdate.co.ke\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3183"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/stateupdate.co.ke\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3183"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/stateupdate.co.ke\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3183"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}