Mikel Arteta, Arsenal's manager, revealed unexpected feelings after lifting the English Premier League trophy for the 2025-26 season.
Mikel Arteta, manager of the "Gunners" Arsenal, said he was deeply moved to see Arsenal fans so happy after officially lifting the Premier League trophy for the 2025-26 season, following the final match where they defeated Crystal Palace 2-1 last Sunday.
Arteta said, "It is an incredible feeling. I have tried to experience this moment several times before, but I never expected it to be this grand, beautiful, and to see so much happiness and pride from our people and supporters."
"I think sometimes we need to reflect on this because everything happened so quickly and in such a special way. But I want to fully savor this moment, at least today, because tomorrow we will start preparing for the final match in Budapest. I can hardly wait to write a new chapter in the history of our football club."
"We will have a celebratory parade after the Champions League final, so it will be a very memorable time."
"We will bring all our energy, positive thinking, and confidence onto the field in Budapest and aim to secure victory."