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Arsenal are Premier League champions! 22-year title wait over

Arsenal have officially secured the Premier League title after Manchester City's draw at Bournemouth handed the Gunners an unassailable four-point lead with just one game remaining. Mikel Arteta's relentless side can finally celebrate a historic triumph that brings an end to over two decades of agonising near-misses and north London heartbreak.

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Dowman at Luton!? Wilshere jokes about wonderkid transfer talks

Former Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere has enjoyed a superb start to his managerial career with Luton Town, but he is already looking to his old club for summer reinforcements. The Hatters boss admits he is fully prepared to contact Mikel Arteta to discuss taking highly rated teenage sensations Max Dowman and Ethan Nwaneri on loan for the upcoming campaign.

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Man Utd wonderkid Gabriel teases first-team role

Manchester United teenage sensation JJ Gabriel has strongly hinted that he will be part of the senior squad's pre-season tour this summer. After a stunning campaign for the academy teams, the highly rated 15-year-old wonderkid took to social media to celebrate a prestigious individual award while teasing his imminent step up to first-team duties under Michael Carrick.

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Saka narrowly missed out on snatching PL record from Rooney

Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka has cemented his name in Premier League history, becoming the second-youngest player to achieve 50 goals and 50 assists. Reaching the milestone at 24 years and 255 days during a crucial win over Burnley, he narrowly missed Wayne Rooney’s elite record but proudly joined Arsenal royalty Thierry Henry and Dennis Bergkamp in an exclusive club.

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Burnley boss fumes over Havertz red card escape

Burnley interim manager Michael Jackson has strongly condemned the decision to allow Arsenal forward Kai Havertz to stay on the pitch during a crucial 1-0 victory on Monday. Jackson insists the Germany international should have been sent off for a reckless second-half challenge, which could have significantly altered the outcome and Arsenal's ongoing Premier League title charge.

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Chelsea to receive big compensation fee for City-bound Maresca

Manchester City have moved swiftly to secure their future by offering a three-year contract to Enzo Maresca to succeed the departing Pep Guardiola. The Italian coach, who left Chelsea earlier this year, is now set for a sensational return to the Etihad Stadium, although this appointment means Chelsea are set to receive a significant compensation fee.

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'Drafting decision' - Man City 115-charge FFP verdict 'expected soon'

Manchester City are reportedly approaching a definitive resolution in their long-running legal battle with the Premier League over 115 alleged financial breaches. Legal experts suggest that the independent commission is currently drafting its final decision, which is expected to be delivered shortly after the current domestic campaign finishes.

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Chelsea’s Player of the Year? ‘Standout performer’ gets the nod

The 2025-26 campaign has been a testing one for Chelsea, but who deserves to see their contribution recognised as the club’s Player of the Year? Former Blues defender Gary Cahill has made his pick during an exclusive interview with GOAL. Joao Pedro, on the back of his £60 million ($80m) transfer to Stamford Bridge, is considered to have outperformed the likes of Cole Palmer and Enzo Fernandez.

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New Chelsea boss Alonso is BlueCo's get-out-of-jail-free card

Could this be the moment that Chelsea's fortunes finally change under the beleaguered BlueCo ownership? The club has pulled off what looks like a seismic coup by luring Xabi Alonso to Stamford Bridge despite their continued struggles, somehow convincing the revered 44-year-old former Real Madrid boss to take the reins ahead of what now promises to be an era-defining summer.

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One more game! Havertz soars high to put Arsenal on the cusp

It was far from pretty, but Arsenal are one game away from the Premier League title after holding their nerve to edge past already-relegated Burnley on Monday night, courtesy of Kai Havertz's towering header from yet another set piece. The German forward rose to meet Bukayo Saka's corner shortly before half-time, although he was fortunate not be sent off later in the game. The 1-0 win means the Gunners will be champions if Manchester City drop points at high-flying Bournemouth on Tuesday.

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Guardiola will LEAVE Man City this summer!

Pep Guardiola is set to bring his legendary tenure at Manchester City to an end this summer, with the Catalan coach expected to step down after the final game of the Premier League season. Having lead the club to unprecedented success, the 55-year-old will depart following the title decider against Aston Villa on Sunday.

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Leeds vow bans for homophobic chanting

Leeds have launched a firm crackdown on discriminatory behaviour following reports of homophobic chanting during their recent Premier League encounter with Brighton. The Yorkshire club had taken proactive measures before kick-off to monitor the stands, and they have now confirmed that those found guilty will face serious consequences for their actions.

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Newcastle owners to sell stake to fund stadium overhaul

Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) is in talks with potential investors to sell a minority stake in Newcastle United. The strategic move aims to raise capital for a massive infrastructure overhaul, with the club weighing up a choice: a multi-million-pound expansion of St James' Park or the construction of a brand-new, world-class stadium costing more than £1 billion.

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Inter fight to keep Bisseck as Premier League clubs circle

Inter are facing a significant challenge to retain the services of Yann Bisseck as interest from Europe's elite begins to intensify. The German defender has become an integral part of the Nerazzurri setup, but a looming change in his representation has put several heavyweight clubs on high alert.

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Carragher slams 'selfish' Salah over Slot comments

Jamie Carragher has pulled no punches in his assessment of Mohamed Salah, branding the Liverpool talisman “selfish” after his latest social media grenade. The Egyptian sparked a fresh Anfield firestorm by publicly calling for a return to "heavy metal football", a post widely interpreted as a calculated dig at Arne Slot’s tactics.

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'We're not safe' - De Zerbi warns Spurs still in drop fight

Roberto De Zerbi has issued a stern wake-up call to his Tottenham squad, insisting that their Premier League survival is far from guaranteed. Despite sitting in a relatively strong position compared to their rivals, the Italian coach believes the job is not yet finished as they prepare for a high-stakes London derby.

Frequently asked questions

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) have won the Ligue 1 title 12 times, more than any other club. Their first win was in 1986, and they claimed their record-breaking 12th title in 2023, surpassing AS Saint-Etienne.

The Ligue 1 consists of 18 teams since the 2023-24 season, prior to which 20 teams took part in the league. The inaugural season of the French first division in 1932-33 also consisted of 20 teams, divided in two groups of 10 teams each.

Mickael Landreau holds the record for the most Ligue 1 appearances, with 618 matches as a goalkeeper. His career spanned nearly two decades, playing for clubs like Nantes, Paris Saint-Germain, Lille, and Bastia.

Delio Onnis holds the record as the all-time top scorer in Ligue 1 with 299 goals. Playing as a centre-forward, his remarkable goal-scoring feats spanned the 1970s and 1980s, where he starred for clubs like AS Monaco and Reims, making him a legend in French football.

As of 2024, Dimitri Payet holds the record for the most assists in Ligue 1 history, with a total of 130 assists. The attacking midfielder achieved this milestone during his successful stints with several clubs, including Marseille and Lille.

Pierre Braine holds the record of being the oldest player in Ligue 1 history, aged almost 45 years in a Ligue 1 game in 1945.

At 15 years and 225 days, Kalman Gerencseri is the youngest player in Ligue 1 history. The Frenchman played for Lens against Monaco in a Ligue 1 game in 1960.

Notable players who have graced Ligue 1 include legends like Zinedine Zidane, George Weah, Thierry Henry, David Beckham, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Ronaldinho, Neymar, and Kylian Mbappe.

Prominent managers in Ligue 1 include Arsene Wenger, Laurent Blanc, Carlo Ancelotti, Adi Hutter, Luis Enrique, etc.

The Orange Velodrome in Marseille is the largest stadium in Ligue 1, with a capacity of 67,394 spectators. Home to Marseille since 1937, it is renowned for its electric atmosphere and hosting significant football events in France.

Neymar is indeed the most expensive player in Ligue 1 history. His transfer from Barcelona to Paris Saint-Germain in 2017 was valued at a record €222 million, which remains the highest transfer fee ever paid for a player.