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British PM Starmer congratulates Arsenal as title celebrations go deep into the night

Starmer praised the club as fans celebrated Arsenal’s first Premier League crown in 22 years after Manchester City drew at Bournemouth.

  • On Tuesday, Arsenal secured their 14th English title after Manchester City drew 1-1 at Bournemouth. Thousands of supporters celebrated outside the Emirates Stadium in North London as the club claimed its first Premier League trophy in 22 years.
  • Arsenal maintained a dominant campaign, leading the league for almost the entire season. This victory ended a period where London clubs struggled against Manchester rivals, marking a shift in English soccer dominance.
  • Former Arsenal player Ian Wright celebrated at the Emirates, stating, "It's amazing, honestly, and this club deserves it." Captain Martin Odegaard mocked critics who previously labeled the team "bottlers" by posing with an Arsenal-branded bottle.
  • Celebrations continued as midfielder Eberechi Eze posted photos until 5 a.m. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer congratulated the team, posting "22 long years for the Arsenal," despite facing challenges within his own Cabinet.
  • The team will lift the Premier League trophy after the away match against Crystal Palace on Sunday, the final day of the league season. This ceremony marks the official conclusion of Arsenal's historic campaign.
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The British Prime Minister is a fan of the London Club.

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For the first time since the 2003/04 season, when Arsenal won the Premier League without defeat, the Gunners are champions of the Island again. The title was handed to them by a slip-up by Manchester City, and the celebrations on the streets of London lasted long into the night. Their success is unique, and they have the opportunity to ascend to the European throne for the first time in history.

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British PM Starmer congratulates Arsenal as title celebrations go deep into the night

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has taken time out from dealing with his own sticky political situation to congratulate his favorite soccer team Arsenal on winning the Premier League.

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Daily Mirror broke the news in London, United Kingdom on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
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