Bridesmaids no more: Arsenal’s faith in Mikel Arteta rewarded with the ultimate prize
The Guardian • • general
Key Points:
- Arsenal ended a 984-day wait to become Premier League champions again, overcoming years of near misses since their unbeaten 2003-04 "Invincibles" season.
- Manager Mikel Arteta, appointed in late 2019, has been credited with fostering a strong club culture and building a resilient squad, supported by the club’s American owners and new sporting director Andrea Berta.
- Arsenal’s title-winning campaign was marked by a solid defense, record-setting set-piece goals, and the ability to bounce back from setbacks, including key defeats to Manchester City.
- The team’s success reflects strategic investment of £250m on new players, effective management of injuries, and a youthful squad led by academy graduate Bukayo Saka.
- With a Champions League final ahead and Arteta likely to sign a contract extension, Arsenal’s hierarchy remains committed to continuous progress and future success.