Starmer congratulates beloved Arsenal on title win and also praises Pep during PMQs

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20 May 2026 • 8:25 PM MYT
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Starmer congratulates beloved Arsenal on title win and also praises Pep during PMQs

  • Sir Keir Starmer paid tribute to Pep Guardiola at Prime Minister's Questions, acknowledging his reported departure as Manchester City FC manager after nearly a decade.
  • Speaking in the Commons on Wednesday, 20 May, Starmer congratulated Guardiola on his success with the club.
  • The Prime Minister also used the opportunity to congratulate Arsenal Football Club on winning the Premier League championship.
  • Starmer, who is an Arsenal season ticket holder, said: “And if I could declare an interest, I’d also like to say congratulations to Arsenal Football Club on becoming the Premier League champions.”

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