Arsenal Celebrate Premier League Glory, Set Sights on Champions League Final Against PSG

Arsenal wrapped up their Premier League title-winning campaign in style on Sunday with a 2-1 victory over Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park, as celebrations continued following their historic league triumph.

Mikel Arteta’s side had already secured the English Premier League title earlier in the week after Manchester City dropped points against Bournemouth, ending Arsenal’s 22-year wait for the crown.

Playing their first match since officially becoming champions, the Gunners delivered another composed performance in south London.

Gabriel Jesus opened the scoring late in the first half after finishing neatly from a pass by Gabriel Martinelli, while Noni Madueke doubled Arsenal’s lead shortly after the restart with a well-taken volley from inside the box.

Crystal Palace pulled one back late through Jean-Philippe Mateta, but Arsenal comfortably held on to secure their 26th win of the league season.

The victory capped a remarkable finish to the campaign for Arteta’s men, who won five consecutive league matches after their defeat to Manchester City in April, eventually finishing seven points clear of Pep Guardiola’s side.

Following the final whistle, attention shifted fully to the title celebrations as Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard lifted the Premier League trophy in front of jubilant supporters.

Red confetti and fireworks filled the air as the players celebrated with fans, spraying champagne and singing club songs to mark the end of a memorable domestic campaign.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta was also thrown into the air by his players during the celebrations, while club owners Stan and Josh Kroenke joined the presentation ceremony on the pitch.

The celebrations are expected to continue with an open-top parade in North London scheduled for May 31.

Despite the title celebrations, Arsenal’s attention will now turn to Europe as they prepare for the UEFA Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain on May 30 in Budapest.

Winning the Champions League for the first time in the club’s history would crown what is already regarded as one of Arsenal’s greatest seasons.

Ahead of the Palace clash, Arteta rotated several key players, including Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice, David Raya and Viktor Gyokeres, with one eye on the final against PSG.

The match also saw history made as youngster Max Dowman became the youngest player ever to start a Premier League game at 16 years and 144 days old, breaking the previous record set in 2008.

Crystal Palace players gave Arsenal a guard of honour before kick-off in recognition of their title success, while the Gunners once again displayed the confidence and quality that defined their league-winning campaign.