Arsenal were confirmed champions on May 19, 2026, after AFC Bournemouth held Manchester City F.C. to a 1-1 draw. The result left Manchester City on 78 points, four behind Arsenal’s 82 points, with only one match remaining in the season for both teams.
In a message shared on X, Kagame congratulated Arsenal on their achievement, describing the title as well deserved after a highly competitive season.
“Congratulations to Arsenal, our VisitRwanda partner, on being the Premier League champions after a hard fought season! A well-deserved title!” Kagame wrote.
This marks Arsenal’s first league title since the 2003/2004 campaign, when the club famously completed the season unbeaten. It is also the club’s fourth Premier League title, having previously won in 1997/98 and 2001/02. Overall, Arsenal have now won 14 English league titles.
Arsenal and Rwanda have partnered since 2018 through the Visit Rwanda campaign, which promotes Rwanda’s tourism sector through branding displayed on the club’s sleeves and at its stadium. Several Arsenal players have also visited Rwanda over the years as part of the partnership.
However, the partnership is expected to end after the 2025/2026 season. Arsenal will conclude their Premier League campaign with a home match against Crystal Palace F.C. on Sunday at 5:00 p.m.
The club’s pursuit of more history will continue in the UEFA Champions League, where Arsenal are set to face Paris Saint-Germain F.C.. Winning the competition would see Arsenal lift the Champions League trophy for the first time in the club’s history.
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