News Focus
- President William Ruto hails Arsenal’s first league title since 2004
- The Gunners clinched the crown after Manchester City dropped points against Bournemouth
- Ruto praises the team’s journey from struggle to success on his social media
- The North London club prepares for the Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain
President William Ruto has publicly celebrated Arsenal’s dramatic English Premier League victory, which ended a 22-year wait for the championship trophy. The Head of State shared his joy on social media as the Gunners secured the 2025/26 title with one match remaining.
The championship was confirmed on Wednesday evening when Arsenal’s closest rivals, Manchester City, managed only a draw against AFC Bournemouth. This result left Mikel Arteta’s squad four points clear at the summit of the table with just one fixture left to play.
Through his X account, Ruto said the season showed the power of staying strong. He noted how the club recovered from difficult times and painful defeats to reach the top of English football. The President spoke about the importance of hope, hard work, and focus in reaching goals.
Ruto urged citizens to use the same values that helped Arsenal win. He stressed that discipline and teamwork are key to success both on the pitch and in national life.
The President has previously declared his loyalty to the North London club. Last October, during a ceremony at State House in Nairobi, Ruto announced himself as a lifelong supporter of the Gunners.
This success marks an important moment for manager Mikel Arteta, who became boss in November 2019. Despite facing criticism during his time at the club, the Spanish coach has led the team to domestic glory.
Arsenal now turn their attention to the Champions League final. They will face defending champions Paris Saint-Germain in Budapest on May 30th.
As Kenyans continue to face high fuel prices, many hope the President will use the lessons of patience and planning from Arteta’s project to fix national problems.