Arsenal are preparing to offer manager Mikel Arteta a lucrative new contract this summer, regardless of whether the club capture the Premier League title or the Champions League trophy. The Gunners' hierarchy made this strategic decision in March to secure his long-term future. Arteta is fully focused on his historic double chase but remains in love with the current project.
Mikel Arteta is preparing a major summer clear-out at Arsenal to balance the books after last year’s unprecedented spending. Despite banking huge UEFA prize money during their current run to the Champions League final, the Gunners remain cautious of financial sustainability rules and must offload several senior players to fund further elite additions to their squad.
Arsenal have secured their place in the Champions League final for the first time in two decades, but their victory over Atletico Madrid has been overshadowed by explosive allegations from the Spanish capital. Madrid mayor Jose Luis Martinez-Almeida has sensationally claimed the contest was rigged, suggesting European football’s governing body conspired to ensure the Gunners progressed at the expense of Diego Simeone’s side.
Arsenal have secured a massive financial windfall exceeding £120 million ($163m) following their historic qualification for the 2026 Champions League final. Mikel Arteta’s side booked their place in Budapest after a gritty aggregate victory over Atletico Madrid, ensuring the club's balance sheet looks as impressive as their on-field performances.
Arsenal have officially pencilled in the date for a potential trophy parade through the streets of north London as Mikel Arteta’s side chase a historic double. However, the scheduling means supporters may face a logistical nightmare to make it back to Islington in time for the celebrations.
Mikel Arteta faced heavy criticism for his touchline demeanour during Arsenal's intense Champions League encounter with Atletico Madrid. The Gunners boss, known for his high-energy presence in the technical area, drew the ire of at least one former player who believes his antics have gone too far.
Giuliano Simeone has taken to social media to voice his anger following Atletico Madrid's heart-breaking Champions League exit at the hands of Arsenal. The forward, son of Atleti boss Diego Simeone, highlighted a controversial incident involving Gunners defender Riccardo Calafiori that he believes cost his side a vital lifeline.
Arsenal have secured their place in the Champions League final for the second time in their history, but their celebrations were marred by a heated physical altercation. Unused substitute Gabriel Jesus appeared to strike Atletico Madrid defender Marc Pubill following a night of high tension at the Emirates Stadium.
Declan Rice has revealed the scenes of "chaos" inside the Arsenal dressing room after the Gunners secured their place in the Champions League final. The north London giants ended a two-decade wait for a European Cup final appearance with a gritty 1-0 victory over Atletico Madrid at the Emirates Stadium, thanks to a Bukayo Saka winner.
Mikel Arteta could not hide his pride as Arsenal secured their place in the Champions League final with a gritty 1-0 victory over Atletico Madrid at the Emirates. The Gunners boss reserved special praise for match-winner Bukayo Saka and summer signing Viktor Gyokeres while opening up about the emotional conversations he held with his squad behind the scenes before kick-off in the second leg of the semi-final tie.
Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone’s fiery temperament boiled over at the Emirates Stadium as he was seen shoving Arsenal sporting director Andrea Berta during a tense touchline confrontation. The incident occurred in the dying moments of Arsenal's historic Champions League semi-final victory as security and officials were forced to intervene.
Champions League winner Wesley Sneijder has launched a scathing attack on the quality of Arsenal’s semi-final victory over Atletico Madrid, suggesting UEFA should have called the second leg clash off after just 35 minutes. Despite the Gunners winning 1-0 at the Emirates to secure a 2-1 aggregate victory, the Dutch legend was left entirely unimpressed by the spectacle.
Wayne Rooney has hit out at Arsenal following their Champions League semi-final victory over Atletico Madrid, accusing Mikel Arteta and his players of "over-celebrating" their progression to the final. While the Gunners basked in a historic night at the Emirates, the Manchester United legend was far from impressed with the exuberant scenes in north London.
Diego Simeone has heaped praise on Arsenal’s "incredible power" after seeing his Atletico Madrid side knocked out of the Champions League at the semi-final stage. Despite a controversial penalty incident involving Antoine Griezmann, the Argentine tactician refused to blame the officials for his side's narrow second-leg defeat at the Emirates.
Arsenal are through to the Champions League final after a 1-0 victory over Atletico Madrid at the Emirates on Tuesday. It wasn't pretty - it rarely is when Arsenal are involved. Mikel Arteta's men specialise in ugly wins. but there was unquestionably something beautiful about Bukayo Saka scoring the goal that decided a tedious tie 2-1 in the Gunners' favour.
Bukayo Saka couldn't hide his delight after firing Arsenal into the Champions League final with a hard-fought 1-0 victory (2-1 on aggregate) over Atletico Madrid. The England international pounced on a rare mistake from Jan Oblak to net the only goal of the game, sparking wild scenes of celebration at the Emirates Stadium.
Bukayo Saka scored the only goal of the game as Arsenal reached their first Champions League final in 20 years by defeating Atletico Madrid 1-0 in a tight and tense encounter on Tuesday to progress 2-1 on aggregate. The semi-final tie had been left perfectly poised after Viktor Gyokeres and Julian Alvarez had exchanged penalties at the Metropolitano last week, and there was once again little to choose between two attritional teams in the return clash at the Emirates.
Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo has jokingly threatened to make Arsenal wait for their food when they visit Spain. Speaking ahead of the crucial Champions League semi-final second leg, he was stunned by the early start to the traditional directors' lunch in London. Cerezo insists his team are ready to overcome the Gunners and secure a spot in the grand final.
Porto have officially triggered the purchase option in Jakub Kiwior's loan agreement, securing the Poland international from Arsenal on a permanent basis. Following a highly impressive campaign featuring 38 appearances across all competitions, the defender has signed a long-term contract with the Portuguese giants, marking the end of his spell in North London.
Jeremy Doku has issued a stern warning to Arsenal, insisting that Manchester City are not ready to surrender their Premier League crown despite a major setback in the title race. The Belgian winger proved to be the saviour for Pep Guardiola's side in Monday's draw against Everton, but the result has left the defending champions with a mountain to climb in the final weeks of the season.
Manchester United legend Peter Schmeichel has implored the club to target Sunderland midfielder Granit Xhaka to address a chronic lack of leadership within the current squad. Schmeichel believes the experienced ex-Arsenal star is the ideal candidate to mentor emerging talent following his impressive £17m move to the Stadium of Light last summer.
David Moyes hailed Manchester City as the Premier League’s best team despite Everton holding Pep Guardiola's side to a dramatic 3-3 draw. The result handed Arsenal a major advantage in the title race heading into the final stretch of the season.
David Raya has officially secured at least a share of the Premier League Golden Glove award for the 2025-26 season. The Arsenal shot-stopper is now guaranteed to finish with the highest number of clean sheets this term, marking a remarkable period of dominance for the Spaniard in the English top flight.
Last week was unquestionably the best of Viktor Gyokeres' Arsenal career so far. On Wednesday, the £64 million ($86m) summer signing confidently converted a penalty in the Gunners' 1-1 draw with Atletico Madrid in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final at the Metropolitano. Three days later, Gyokeres scored two goals and created another in a 3-0 win over Fulham that extended Arsenal's advantage at the top of the Premier League to six points.
Pep Guardiola has admitted that Manchester City no longer control their own destiny in the Premier League title race following a chaotic 3-3 draw at Everton. Despite a late rescue act from Jeremy Doku, the result leaves the title challengers five points adrift of leaders Arsenal, who now hold a significant psychological and mathematical advantage.
Diego Simeone has dismissed suggestions that Atletico Madrid’s decision to change hotels in London was born out of superstition. Speaking ahead of the second leg of their Champions League semi-final against Arsenal, the Colchoneros boss offered a surprisingly practical explanation for the move.
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