Arsenal are on the verge of clinching the Premier League title after a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Burnley at the Emirates Stadium on Monday night. Kai Havertz scored the decisive goal, heading in the winner to keep the Gunners' championship hopes alive. Despite dominating possession and creating numerous chances, Mikel Arteta's side had to settle for a narrow win, making for an edgy evening in north London.
Current Standings
The victory lifted Arsenal five points clear at the top of the Premier League table with only one game remaining. However, the title race is not yet over, as closest rivals Manchester City still have two matches to play. Pep Guardiola's team must win both of their remaining games to have any chance of overtaking Arsenal, while the Gunners need just one more win to secure the trophy.
When Can Arsenal Be Crowned Champions?
The earliest possible date for Arsenal to be confirmed as Premier League champions is Tuesday night, if Manchester City fail to beat Bournemouth. The Cherries are in fine form and are still chasing a Champions League place, making it a tough test for City. Should City win at Bournemouth, the title race will go down to the final day of the season on Sunday afternoon, when all matches kick off at 4pm. Arsenal travel to Crystal Palace, while Manchester City host Aston Villa. If Arsenal win at Selhurst Park, they will be champions regardless of City's result. If they drop points, City could snatch the title with a victory.
Arsenal's Premier League History
Arsenal last won the Premier League in 2004, during the famous 'Invincibles' season under Arsene Wenger, when they went the entire league campaign unbeaten. That remains the only such achievement in Premier League history. The club's other titles came in 1998 and 2002, both also under Wenger. A triumph this season would end a 22-year wait for the league crown.
Champions League Final Ahead
Regardless of the Premier League outcome, Arsenal have a historic Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain in Budapest on Saturday, May 30. The Gunners have never won Europe's top prize, so Arteta's men could be bidding for an incredible double or looking to salvage their season.
