Mikel Arteta has revealed he visualized Arsenal's Premier League triumph as early as March, ending the club's 22-year wait for the title. In an interview with actor and Arsenal fan Tom Hiddleston, the manager described how he "could close my eyes and I could get to that picture immediately" during crucial moments of the season. This mental preparation proved pivotal as Arsenal clinched the championship when Manchester City drew with Bournemouth.

The title victory followed three consecutive second-place finishes and an intense race with Pep Guardiola's side, who were just a goal away from taking the title to the final day. Arsenal celebrated wildly at their training ground before fans gathered at Emirates Stadium where players including Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka made appearances. Arteta admitted the actual celebration exceeded his expectations, calling it "magical to witness."

With the domestic trophy secured, attention shifts to the Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain in Budapest. Arteta declared his team must "go to the next level" and expressed confidence in their ability to win European football's biggest prize after reaching the final without losing any of their 14 games. The manager also credited his coaching staff, calling them "the best in the world" for helping navigate past disappointments to this success.