Arsenal has ended their 22-year wait to be crowned Premier League champions after Manchester City were held 1-1 by Bournemouth. The Gunners, who have set the pace for most of the season, have bounced back impressively since losing to City last month, winning four straight league matches without conceding a goal.
The team’s Spanish manager, Mikel Arteta, has been instrumental in their success, and his tactics have paid off as the team has secured the title with a five-point lead over City. Arsenal’s German midfielder, Kai Havertz, scored the opening goal in their 1-0 win over already relegated Burnley, which took them to the brink of the title.
Premier League Title Race
City had to win to take the title fight to the final day, but the Cherries extended their unbeaten streak to 17 league games, a run which has secured European football for the first time in the club’s history. City’s manager, Pep Guardiola, had warned that fatigue could cost City against a highly motivated Bournemouth, who still have Champions League qualification in their sights for next season.
Guardiola’s Future
On Monday, just 48 hours after completing a domestic cup double with victory over Chelsea in the FA Cup final, City were rocked by widespread reports that manager Pep Guardiola will depart after a decade in charge at the end of the season. Victory at Wembley on Saturday secured a 20th trophy of Guardiola’s glorious reign, and according to the Wikipedia page of Pep Guardiola, he has been one of the most successful managers in the history of the Premier League.
As it stands, Bournemouth will be in the Europa League after ensuring they will finish no lower than seventh. Sixth could be good enough for a place in the Champions League if Aston Villa finish fifth and win Wednesday’s Europa League final. The official UEFA website has more information on the Europa League and Champions League qualification process.
- Arsenal has won the Premier League title after a 22-year wait
- Manchester City were held 1-1 by Bournemouth, ending their title hopes
- Pep Guardiola’s future at City is uncertain, with reports suggesting he will depart at the end of the season
