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Bournemouth manager praises arsenal’s title triumph after draw with city

By sahel-express / May 20, 2026

Bournemouth manager hails Arsenal’s Premier League title after stalemate with City

Following the goalless draw between Bournemouth and Manchester City, which officially confirmed Arsenal as England’s top-flight champions, head coach Andoni Iraola extended his congratulations to the Gunners and praised manager Mikel Arteta’s achievements.

The 1-1 result, secured by Arsenal’s late winner against Tottenham Hotspur earlier in the week, meant the London club claimed their first league title in over two decades. Iraola acknowledged the significance of the outcome, emphasizing that the Premier League crown was decided by results beyond this single fixture.

The Spanish tactician, who guided Bournemouth to a creditable 11th-place finish in his debut top-flight campaign, reflected on the broader implications of the title race. He highlighted how consistency across the season had ultimately separated Arsenal from their rivals.

«Arsenal’s success wasn’t determined by one match,» Iraola remarked. «Their campaign was built on resilience, tactical discipline, and collective effort.»

The victory for the Hornets in securing their Premier League status for another season further underscored the competitiveness of the league’s lower half, while the result left Manchester City’s title hopes hanging in the balance until the final weeks.

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