What Happened to Arsenal Football Club?
Arsenal Football Club has experienced a significant resurgence under manager Mikel Arteta, culminating in their first Premier League title in 22 years during the 2025-26 season. This success has been accompanied by strong performances in the UEFA Champions League, reaching the final in 2026, and record-breaking financial growth, solidifying their position among Europe's elite clubs. As of September 2026, the club continues its winning momentum, leading the early stages of the new season.
Quick Answer
Arsenal Football Club, under manager Mikel Arteta, achieved a historic Premier League title win in the 2025-26 season, their first in 22 years. They also reached the UEFA Champions League final in the same season. This success has driven record revenues and a significant increase in club valuation. As of September 2026, Arsenal has started the 2026-27 season strongly, winning the Community Shield and maintaining an unbeaten run in early league and cup fixtures, with key player contract talks and infrastructure developments underway.
📊Key Facts
📅Complete Timeline14 events
Mikel Arteta Appointed Manager
Former Arsenal player Mikel Arteta takes over as manager, beginning a significant rebuilding phase for the club.
Wins Community Shield
Arsenal defeats Manchester City to win the FA Community Shield, signaling their growing competitiveness.
Premier League Runners-Up & Champions League Quarter-Finals
Arsenal finishes second in the Premier League with 89 points and reaches the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals, marking a strong return to Europe's elite competition after a six-year absence.
Premier League Runners-Up & Champions League Semi-Finals
The club finishes second in the Premier League for the third consecutive season and reaches the UEFA Champions League semi-finals for the first time since 2008-09.
Crowned Premier League Champions
Arsenal wins their first Premier League title in 22 years, securing their 14th English top-flight championship with a game to spare.
Shatters EPL Revenue Record
Following their title win, Arsenal reports a record-breaking £760-762 million in revenue for the 2025-26 season, becoming the third highest-earning club globally.
Arteta Wins Manager of the Season
Mikel Arteta is named the Premier League Manager of the Season for 2025-26, recognizing his achievement in guiding Arsenal to the league title.
Club Valuation Reaches €5.3 Billion
Arsenal's market worth climbs over 23% to approximately €5.3 billion, placing them fifth among Europe's most valuable football clubs.
Champions League Final Appearance
Arsenal reaches the UEFA Champions League final for the second time in their history, losing to Paris Saint-Germain on penalties.
Arteta Becomes Longest-Serving PL Manager
Mikel Arteta becomes the longest-serving manager currently in the Premier League, highlighting his stability and impact at the club.
Wins 2026-27 Community Shield
Arsenal starts the new season by defeating arch-rivals Manchester City 3-0 in the Community Shield.
Summer Transfer Window Closes
Key signings for the men's team include Bruno Guimaraes, Piero Hincapie (made permanent), Ezri Konsa, Illan Meslier, and Christos Tzolis.
Strong Start to 2026-27 Season
As of today, Arsenal has won their first seven matches of the 2026-27 campaign across all competitions, including four Premier League games, a Champions League opener, and a Carabao Cup tie.
Training Ground Redevelopment Explored
Arsenal is exploring significant redevelopment options for its training facilities at London Colney, as part of a wider infrastructure review.
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🔍Deep Dive Analysis
Following a period of transition after Arsène Wenger's long tenure, Arsenal Football Club embarked on a significant rebuilding phase under manager Mikel Arteta, appointed in December 2019. The club steadily improved, consistently challenging at the top of the Premier League. In the 2023-24 season, Arsenal finished as Premier League runners-up with 89 points and secured the FA Community Shield. They also marked a strong return to the UEFA Champions League, reaching the quarter-finals after a six-year absence.
The upward trajectory continued into the 2024-25 season, where Arsenal again finished second in the Premier League with 74 points. Their Champions League campaign saw them reach the semi-finals for the first time since 2008-09, demonstrating their growing European stature. This consistent high-level performance laid the groundwork for a historic breakthrough.
The 2025-26 season proved to be a landmark year for the Gunners. On May 19, 2026, Arsenal were crowned Premier League champions, ending a 22-year wait for the title and securing their 14th English top-flight championship. Mikel Arteta was recognized for this achievement, winning the Premier League Manager of the Season award. The club also made a memorable run to the UEFA Champions League final, ultimately losing on penalties to Paris Saint-Germain. This sporting success translated into significant financial gains, with Arsenal shattering the Premier League revenue record, reporting £760 million (or £762m) in revenue for the 2025-26 season, positioning them as the third highest-earning football club globally. The club's valuation also climbed to approximately €5.3 billion.
As of September 19, 2026, Arsenal has carried its winning momentum into the 2026-27 season. They began by winning the FA Community Shield on August 16, 2026, with a dominant 3-0 victory over rivals Manchester City. The team has maintained an impressive start, winning their first seven matches across all competitions, including four Premier League games, a Champions League opener, and a Carabao Cup tie. This includes a nine-match Premier League winning streak extending from the previous season. The summer 2026 transfer window saw key additions like Bruno Guimaraes, Piero Hincapie (made permanent), Ezri Konsa, Illan Meslier, and Christos Tzolis, while players like Gabriel Jesus and Leandro Trossard departed. Off the pitch, the club is exploring significant redevelopments of its training facilities at London Colney and infrastructure at Emirates Stadium. Ownership remains with Kroenke Sports & Entertainment, led by Stan Kroenke, who took full control in 2018. The Arsenal Women's team is also making strides, with all 13 Barclays Women's Super League matches for the 2026/27 season scheduled to be played at Emirates Stadium.
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