Thierry Henry and Arsene Wenger react to Arsenal ending their 22-year wait for Premier League title

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20 May 2026 • 8:34 PM MYT
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Thierry Henry and Arsene Wenger react to Arsenal ending their 22-year wait for Premier League title

  • Arsenal have secured the Premier League title, ending a 22-year drought for the club.
  • The championship was confirmed after Manchester City's draw against Bournemouth on Tuesday night.
  • The victory sparked widespread celebrations among fans and former players in north London.
  • Thierry Henry, a member of the last title-winning “Invincibles” squad in 2004, expressed his delight, as he posted on Instagram: “From Highbury seats to the Emirates - Arsenal nation, finally we can celebrate. Special thanks to this generation - finally now my kids saw us winning the league.”
  • Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger, who led the club to its previous three Premier League titles, also congratulated the team on their achievement, saying: “You did it. Champions go on when others stop. This is your time. Now, go on and enjoy every moment.”

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