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Arsenal

Also known as: Gunners · Arsenal's · the Gunners · Arteta's team · Arsenal players · Arsenal supporters · Arsenal fans · Arsenal FC · The London club · the English football club Arsenal

English football club that won the 2025-26 Premier League title and reached the 2026 Champions League final, losing to Paris Saint-Germain on penalties.

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  1. May 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    Arsenal one win from history as PSG stand in their way By Reuters May 29, 2026 09:31 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter UEFA Champions League - Final - Trophy Arrival - Heroes Square, Budapest, Hungary - May 2

    Arsenal one win from history as PSG stand in their way
  3. The Standard

    Barca had also signed Emmanuel Petit from Arsenal to join Luis Enrique and Guardiola in a congested midfield, and Arteta was told to leave the country on loan to PSG.

    When a friend becomes a foe
  4. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeI fully associate with the sentiments of throngs of Kenyans who painted the town red last Sunday to celebrate the English Premier League champions, Arsenal FC, or Asenali as it’s known here.

    In search of good news, Kenyans declare Arsenal's EPL victory as their very own
  5. Citizen Digital

    With Aston Villa already Europa League winners, Premier League champions Arsenal can complete a clean sweep in European competition by beating Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final on Saturday.

    Mateta fires Palace to Conference League glory in Glasner farewell
  6. Citizen Digital

    I think we're by far the team that's got the most red cards in the league," he said."Pretty sure if you look at Arsenal, for example, who have won the league, I don't think they had one red card."It doesn't help having that many red cards.

    Chelsea's poor discipline is a 'problem': McFarlane
  7. Citizen Digital

    Work a lot and everything will be fine." Guardiola announced his decision to depart on Friday, less than three days on from City missing out on the Premier League title to Arsenal.

    'Be yourself' Guardiola tells Man City successor
  8. Citizen Digital

    City fell short in their quest to chase down Arsenal at the top of the table as a 1-1 draw at Bournemouth on Tuesday saw the Gunners crowned champions.

    Guardiola goodbye spoiled by Man City loss to Aston Villa
  9. The Standard

    ty’s future. “A house divided against itself cannot stand, this is Lincoln’s quote and we should live with this, it is high time for us as a party to unite for the betterment of our party or else things are not to work if we work divided,” he added.Raila Junior noted that Arsenal

    Raila Junior urges government to embrace dialogue to stem rising tension
  10. Citizen Digital

    He took the prize ahead of Arsenal's David Raya, Gabriel Magalhaes and Declan Rice, Manchester City' Erling Haaland and Antoine Semenyo, Brentford's Igor Thiago and Nottingham Forest's Morgan Gibbs-White.

    Man Utd's Fernandes named Premier League Player of the Season
  11. Citizen Digital

    PHOTOS: Arsenal fans celebrate title triumph in style, at Ngong Hills By Citizen Sports May 23, 2026 05:47 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize By Wacuka Kiarie Fans of English Premier League g

    PHOTOS: Arsenal fans celebrate title triumph in style, at Ngong Hills
World & Region

New York temporarily renames streets after Henry, Pele for World Cup

The News

New York City has temporarily renamed streets after Thierry Henry and Pele ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which begins Thursday and will culminate in a final at MetLife Stadium next month. The ceremony at West 50th Street and 6th Avenue in Manhattan unveiled "Thierry Henry Way," according to city officials.

11 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 11 June

  1. New York temporarily renames streets after Henry, Pele for World Cup

    New York City has temporarily renamed streets after Thierry Henry and Pele ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which begins Thursday and will culminate in a final at MetLife Stadium next month. The ceremony at West 50th Street and 6th Avenue in Manhattan unveiled "Thierry Henry Way," according to city officials.

    11 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 10 June

  1. Four suspects remanded in Machakos mob justice killing case

    Four suspects were arraigned in a Machakos court over the killing of three young men in a suspected mob justice incident. Detectives were granted 21 days to complete investigations, and the suspects were remanded at Machakos Police Station.

    10 June 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 9 June

  1. Netherlands defender Timber ruled out of World Cup

    Arsenal defender Jurrien Timber has been replaced in the Netherlands World Cup squad by Sunderland's Lutsharul Geertruida after suffering a groin injury. Timber joins attackers Xavi Simons and centre-backs Matthijs de Ligt and Stefan de Vrij in being ruled out of the tournament.

    9 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Deschamps backs winger Olise after hat-trick in World Cup warmup

    France coach Didier Deschamps praised Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise after he scored a hat-trick in a 3-1 World Cup warm-up victory over Northern Ireland, with Deschamps saying the team will need Olise to perform at that level in the tournament.

    9 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Olivier Giroud extends Lille contract one year at age 39

    France's record goalscorer Olivier Giroud has extended his contract with Ligue 1 club Lille by one season. The 39-year-old former Arsenal, Chelsea and AC Milan striker scored decisive goals including four in the Europa League in his first season with the club.

    9 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 8 June

  1. Feyenoord sacks van Persie after difficult season

    Dutch football club Feyenoord has sacked manager Robin van Persie after one-and-a-half years following a frustrating season in which they finished 19 points behind champions PSV Eindhoven but secured second place and Champions League football for next season.

    8 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 5 June

  1. Guardiola considered quitting repeatedly during difficult moments

    Manchester City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak said Pep Guardiola thought about resigning "100 times" during low moments in his decade at the club before leaving at the end of this season after winning six Premier League titles and the Champions League.

    5 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 4 June

  1. Arsenal won Premier League; columnist reflects on Kenya fandom

    Columnist Linus Kaikai, an Arsenal supporter, reflects on the club's first Premier League title in 22 years and the passionate celebrations among Kenyan fans, including street parades and church processions, while also noting rival supporters' contrasting reactions.

    4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. France coach confirms Saliba fit despite World Cup injury concerns

    France coach Didier Deschamps said defender William Saliba is "fine" despite reports he was a doubt for the World Cup with a back injury. Saliba has rejoined the France squad at their pre-tournament camp and is expected to have his workload managed as a precaution ahead of a warm-up match against Ivory Coast.

    4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Guardiola threatened to quit repeatedly over decade

    Manchester City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak revealed that Pep Guardiola considered quitting "100 times" during his 10 years as manager before finally stepping down after the season. Guardiola left after winning six Premier League titles and the Champions League, with the chairman noting that the manager's resignation threats during difficult periods were not always serious.

    4 June 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 2 June

  1. Liverpool in advanced talks to hire Andoni Iraola

    Liverpool are in advanced talks with former Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola to replace Arne Slot, who was sacked after a turbulent second season. The club has reportedly agreed a deal in principle with the Spaniard, with sporting director Richard Hughes spearheading the recruitment.

    2 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 1 June

  1. France reports 890 arrests after Champions League final riots

    France said nearly 900 people were arrested in riots that broke out after Paris Saint-Germain won the Champions League for a second consecutive year, with nearly 180 law enforcement officers injured. Celebrations were marred by clashes between youths and police, cars set on fire, and shops looted.

    1 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Paris Saint-Germain wins second straight Champions League title

    Paris Saint-Germain beat Arsenal 4–3 on penalties in Budapest to claim their second consecutive Champions League title. The victory was marked by celebrations in Paris, though the festivities were marred by clashes between youths and police, looting, and dozens of police injured.

    1 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Arsenal FC champions celebrated in Nairobi CBD on May 24, 2026

    Kenyans thronged Nairobi's central business district on May 24, 2026, to celebrate Arsenal FC, the English Premier League champions.

    1 June 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 31 May

  1. 780 arrested as PSG Champions League celebrations turn violent

    French authorities arrested 780 people across the country during celebrations of Paris Saint-Germain's Champions League victory over Arsenal, which were marked by violent clashes with police and a road accident that killed a young man. Around 22,000 police were deployed, with 57 security forces injured and 219 participants injured in France including eight seriously.

    31 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. PSG wins second Champions League title, beats Arsenal on penalties

    Paris Saint-Germain retained the UEFA Champions League title by defeating Arsenal 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in the final at Budapest on May 30, 2026. Coach Luis Enrique said the victory was "even bigger" than their maiden European title a year ago.

    31 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Arteta praises PSG after Arsenal's Champions League final penalty loss

    Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta admitted that Champions League winners Paris Saint-Germain are the best team in the world after Arsenal fell to defeat in the final on penalties following a 1-1 draw after extra-time. PSG won the Champions League for a second consecutive season with a 4-3 penalty shoot-out victory.

    31 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  4. Arsenal loses Champions League final to PSG on penalties

    Arsenal lost the UEFA Champions League final to Paris Saint-Germain 4-3 on penalties in Budapest, with Kai Havertz scoring early for the Gunners and Ousmane Dembele equalizing from a second-half penalty. Declan Rice said the defeat is "just the start" and believes Arsenal will eventually conquer Europe.

    31 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  5. Wajir County hosts 63rd Madaraka Day celebrations

    Wajir County is preparing to host Kenya's 63rd Madaraka Day celebrations, marking the first time the North Eastern region has hosted the national event. Officials say the region's improved security situation and multi-agency approach have made it ready to safely host the celebration.

    31 May 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 30 May

  1. PSG retains Champions League title, beats Arsenal on penalties

    Paris Saint-Germain won back-to-back Champions League titles by defeating Arsenal 4-3 on penalties following a 1-1 draw after extra time in Budapest, with Eberechi Eze and Gabriel missing from the spot. PSG became only the second team besides Real Madrid to win the competition in consecutive years.

    30 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Former England footballer Raheem Sterling arrested on drug-driving suspicion

    Raheem Sterling, a 31-year-old former England winger, was arrested on suspicion of drug-driving after he allegedly crashed his Lamborghini into barriers on the M3 motorway in Hampshire on Thursday morning. He has been released on bail pending further enquiries.

    30 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Liverpool sack Slot; Iraola set to replace him

    Liverpool sacked manager Arne Slot on Saturday after the club finished fifth in the Premier League, 25 points behind champions Arsenal, despite spending nearly £450 million on new players. Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola is reportedly lined up to take over at Anfield.

    30 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  4. Antoine Semenyo set for second World Cup after Manchester City rise

    Ghanaian midfielder Antoine Semenyo, now at Manchester City, is preparing for his second World Cup with Ghana under new coach Carlos Queiroz after a meteoric rise from a disappointing 2022 campaign where he played only 19 minutes across two substitute appearances.

    30 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  5. PSG defend Champions League title against Arsenal in Budapest final

    Champions League holders Paris Saint-Germain face Arsenal in Saturday's final in Budapest. Arsenal, seeking their first Champions League trophy after winning the Premier League title for the first time in 22 years, aim to dethrone the French champions.

    30 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  6. PSG coach insists neither team favored in Arsenal final

    PSG coach Luis Enrique said his team are not favourites to defend their Champions League crown in Saturday's final against Arsenal, noting that while PSG scored 44 goals this competition and Arsenal conceded six, finals tend to be close affairs and last year's 5-0 win over Inter Milan was exceptional.

    30 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  7. Arsenal fans in Kenya celebrate with passion and devotion

    The article captures the enthusiasm and fanaticism of Arsenal supporters in Nairobi, describing their celebrations involving vuvuzelas, religious vows, and pilgrimages as expressions of their deep love for the club.

    30 May 2026 · The Standard

  8. PSG retains Champions League title, beats Arsenal on penalties

    Paris Saint-Germain won back-to-back Champions League titles, defeating Arsenal 4-3 on penalties following a 1-1 draw after extra time in Budapest. PSG became only the second team besides Real Madrid to win the competition in consecutive years in the Champions League era.

    30 May 2026 · The Standard

Friday 29 May

  1. Kvaratskhelia and Saka set for Champions League final duel

    Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain face off in the Champions League final in Budapest, with the match potentially decided by the performances of their star wingers—Bukayo Saka for Arsenal and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia for PSG, who has scored 10 goals in the competition including seven in the knockout phase.

    29 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Arsenal seek Champions League title from PSG in Budapest

    Arsenal aim to win the Champions League by defeating defending champions Paris Saint-Germain, who are chasing back-to-back titles in Budapest on Saturday under coach Luis Enrique.

    29 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Haaland leads Norway to first World Cup in 28 years

    Erling Haaland propelled Norway to qualification for the World Cup for the first time in 28 years. The Manchester City striker scored 16 goals in a qualification campaign that saw Norway win eight consecutive matches and score 37 goals total, with the squad also featuring Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard.

    29 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

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