Arsenal players continued their Premier League title celebrations deep into the night after lifting the trophy at Selhurst Park, with even several Tottenham Hotspur players joining the party later in Central London.
The newly-crowned champions began the evening with a private gathering at a luxury Mediterranean restaurant in Mayfair following their final-day victory over Crystal Palace.
Mikel Arteta, his coaching staff, players and their families were all present as Arsenal marked the club’s first Premier League title in 22 years.
The celebration was also designed to reward the wider staff behind the scenes at Arsenal, with workers from the training ground and other departments invited alongside their loved ones.
Unlike the initial celebrations earlier in the week after Manchester City’s draw with Bournemouth confirmed Arsenal as champions, this gathering involved almost every level of the club.
Players reportedly spent much of the evening thanking staff personally after a demanding season that finally ended with silverware.
The atmosphere inside the restaurant was described as emotional at times, with many within the squad recognising the sacrifices made throughout the campaign.
Arsenal then moved on to other venues in Central London as celebrations continued into the early hours of the morning.
Several members of the squad later visited celebrity hotspot Bagatelle before ending the night at Tape nightclub in Mayfair.
It was there that Arsenal players reportedly crossed paths with members of Tottenham’s squad, despite the fierce rivalry between the two North London clubs.
Both groups are understood to have partied together as players from across the Premier League enjoyed the conclusion of the season.
The title celebrations also offered another reminder of the unity Arteta has built within his squad during Arsenal’s rise back to the top of English football.
The Spaniard reportedly delivered a short speech during the evening praising the togetherness inside the dressing room and challenging his players to achieve even more next season.
Arteta has transformed Arsenal since taking charge in 2019 and this title success finally ended years of frustration and near misses for the club.
Captain Martin Odegaard also admitted attention will soon turn towards the Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain.
“We had a great celebration on Tuesday,” Odegaard explained.
“The vibes are unreal and everyone is so happy.”
“But we have another big final in just a week, so we will focus quickly again.”
Arsenal now have the opportunity to complete a historic double when they face PSG in Budapest next weekend.