It wasn't just the players of the past who were celebrating; the architect of Arsenal’s previous successes also weighed in. Arsene Wenger, the man who led Arsenal to glory in 1998, 2002 and 2004, appeared in a moving celebratory video released by the club. Wenger’s influence still looms large over the Emirates, and his approval of Arteta’s project serves as a passing of the torch.
“You did it,” the former Arsenal manager said in his message to the current squad. “Champions go on when others stop. This is your time. Now, go on and enjoy every moment.”