Arsenal midfielder Martin Zubimendi hopes to see London “dressed in red” as his side closes in on their first Premier League title in 22 years and a maiden Champions League crown.
The Gunners are just three games away from completing an unprecedented double that would cement this squad’s place in the club’s history books.
Mikel Arteta’s side travel to Turf Moor to face Burnley on Monday night, knowing a vital victory will maintain their fierce momentum.
Focus remains on the task at hand
The Spain international admits he has been dreaming about the impending celebrations but insists the squad remains fully focused on securing the necessary results.
“We are looking forward to it, because in the end it has been a very long season and we see that we are close,” Zubimendi said.
“If we can do it then it is going to be an important moment for the fans.”
“Hopefully, London will be dressed in red and I think that because of everything I’ve experienced this year, I want to think it’s going to be a unique day.”
Navigating a season-defining schedule
Arsenal have not lifted the English top-flight trophy for over two decades, making this season’s final push incredibly poignant for a success-starved fanbase.
If the North London outfit defeat an already-relegated Burnley side, they could be officially crowned champions as early as Tuesday should title rivals Manchester City drop points against Bournemouth.
Following their final domestic fixture against Crystal Palace, the midfield orchestrator and his teammates will travel to Budapest for a colossal European showdown.
They are set to face French champions Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final on 30 May, presenting an opportunity to claim European football’s ultimate prize.
Relying only on themselves
“It would be incredible,” the 25-year-old explained when discussing the prospect of securing both trophies.
“It’s true that we haven’t felt not winning the league as much as the fans and the other players who have felt it over the years with that desire to win this title.”
Despite the tantalising prospect of Manchester City faltering, the dressing room mentality remains strictly geared towards controlling their own destiny.
“We are very clear that to win everything we have to do our job,” he added.
“We depend on ourselves, so I don’t think we care what the others do, we are focused on ourselves.”
England captain Harry Kane scored his fourth hat-trick of the season as Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich thrashed Cologne 5-1 in their final league game of the campaign.
The prolific striker delivered another masterclass in front of goal to ensure the Bavarian giants ended their domestic season on a resounding high.
Victory over the visitors secured a comprehensive home win, reflecting the attacking dominance of the reigning titleholders.
Sublime form in Germany
The former Tottenham Hotspur talisman has been a revelation since swapping north London for his new club.
Registering four domestic trebles in a single top-flight campaign underlines how seamlessly the national team skipper has adapted to his new surroundings.
This emphatic scoreline leaves the Munich outfit celebrating yet another dominant finish to a gruelling league schedule.
Looking ahead to the summer
The elite centre-forward will now carry immense confidence into his upcoming international duties after concluding his club commitments in spectacular fashion.
Meanwhile, the defeated away side must reflect on a bruising afternoon where they were completely outclassed by vastly superior opposition.
Hearts have condemned “serious physical and verbal abuse” towards their players and staff following a pitch invasion by celebrating Celtic fans at Parkhead on Saturday.
Celtic secured the Scottish Premiership title on the final day of the season with a dramatic 3-1 victory over the Edinburgh side.
Moments after Callum Osmand’s decisive late goal, a wave of home supporters breached the pitch to celebrate the championship win.
The jubilant scenes quickly escalated as several crestfallen visiting players were confronted before being ushered down the tunnel by concerned officials.
Disturbing scenes at Parkhead
The Tynecastle club revealed that members of their squad were caught up in an incident they described as an embarrassment to Scottish football.
A menacing and threatening atmosphere inside the stadium forced the visiting team to evacuate within 20 minutes of the full-time whistle.
The speedy departure meant the Scottish Premiership runners-up were forced to leave the venue while still wearing their match kits.
Meanwhile, the newly crowned champions and the vast majority of their supporters remained inside the stadium awaiting the trophy presentation.
Police Scotland launch investigation
The capital club have officially confirmed they are in dialogue with Police Scotland regarding the distressing post-match events.
Heart of Midlothian expect the footballing authorities to take the strongest possible action to protect the integrity of the game and the safety of all participants.
In a strongly worded official statement, the club expressed deep concern over the unacceptable treatment of their personnel.
Reports of serious physical and verbal abuse towards our players and staff, both on the pitch and elsewhere, are deeply disturbing.
We will make no further comment at this time other than to say that it is completely unacceptable that our players and staff were put in that situation.
Heartbreak after dominant campaign
The ugly scenes compounded a devastating afternoon for the Jambos, who had remarkably led the league standings for 250 days.
Ultimately, they finished just two points adrift of O’Neill’s side, falling agonisingly short of a historic league triumph.
The immediate evacuation also prevented the management team from fulfilling their mandatory post-match media obligations.
The club issued an apology to their broadcast partners, reiterating that the immediate safety of their staff remained their absolute primary focus.
Antoine Semenyo completed a remarkable journey from non-league football to Wembley match-winner by securing the FA Cup for Manchester City with a sensational 72nd-minute strike against Chelsea.
The £62.5m January arrival provided a moment of sheer magic to break down a resilient defensive display from the opposition.
His ingenious flicked finish earned manager Pep Guardiola a 16th major trophy during a spectacularly successful decade at the helm.
A meteoric rise to Wembley folklore
Just eight years ago, the 26-year-old was plying his trade on loan at non-league side Bath City.
The versatile attacker has now comprehensively justified the hefty price tag paid to Bournemouth in an overinflated winter market.
Manchester City’s recruitment team had to fend off fierce domestic competition from Manchester United, Liverpool, and Tottenham to secure his coveted signature.
“Everything happened so fast to be honest. It came straight to me and I had to improvise myself as quickly as I could.”
Antoine Semenyo speaking to BBC Sport
The match-winner admitted that he had never competed for top-tier trophies before and remains immensely grateful to reach the pinnacle of the sport.
Breaking down a stubborn opposition
Chelsea arrived at the national stadium with a clear tactical plan to sit deep and absorb relentless pressure.
This conservative strategy proved largely effective until the club’s latest hero provided the crucial inspiration needed to break the deadlock.
Former England international Paul Robinson praised the breathtaking technical execution required to settle the otherwise forgettable showpiece event.
“It was either going to take a mistake or a piece of quality to break the deadlock in this game – and it was a moment of sheer quality.”
Paul Robinson on BBC Radio 5 Live
City complete historic domestic double
The narrow victory ensures the club adds another prestigious honour to their Carabao Cup triumph over Arsenal in March.
Guardiola’s dominant outfit have now become the first side in history to win every single game across both domestic cup competitions.
Jubilant supporters serenaded their new talisman at full-time to the tune of Milky’s ‘Just the Way You Are’ as the squad celebrated a momentous double amid spectacular pyrotechnics.
Hearts captain Lawrence Shankland was allegedly assaulted by Celtic supporters during a chaotic pitch invasion that marred the Scottish Premiership title decider.
The fallout from the final-day fixture continues to grow after new footage emerged of turbulent scenes following the final whistle at Celtic Park.
The Glasgow club secured the league title in dramatic fashion, knocking the visitors off the summit of the table for the first time in 250 days.
Title decider descends into chaos
The Scottish international striker had initially given his side the lead in the 43rd minute.
A controversial Arne Engels equaliser and a Daizen Maeda strike subsequently put the hosts ahead.
Callum Osmand sealed the victory in the 98th minute, prompting thousands of home supporters to breach the perimeter and enter the field of play.
The visiting squad were immediately forced from the pitch to protect their own safety.
Condemnation from football authorities
Footage circulating on social media appears to show the 28-year-old forward being targeted and physically confronted by individuals within the crowd.
Other backroom staff and squad members were reportedly goaded during the mayhem.
Former Premier League referee Keith Hackett has already spoken out regarding the incident, while the Scottish FA face mounting pressure to launch a full investigation.
Any confirmation of an attack on an opposing player could result in severe disciplinary consequences for the newly crowned champions.
Pundits react to shameful scenes
Television pundits James McFadden and Chris Sutton addressed the alarming situation during their immediate post-match broadcast.
McFadden stressed the importance of player safety, while noting that the vast majority of the home crowd actively booed the pitch invaders.
Sutton offered a more provocative assessment of the afternoon’s events.
The fans that invaded the pitch were lucky they didn’t get a thump or two.
Chris Sutton
The authorities must now determine the appropriate course of action following a deeply controversial end to the domestic season.
Celtic have secured the Scottish Premiership title after winning seven consecutive matches under manager Martin O’Neill to overhaul Hearts at the top of the table.
The Glasgow club completed a remarkable turnaround following a bleak 2-0 defeat to Dundee United in March.
That loss had left them trailing Hearts by five points and placed them two points behind fierce rivals Rangers.
However, their veteran manager remained defiant and demanded a flawless finish to the campaign.
Following the defeat at Tannadice, the former Leicester City boss acknowledged the difficulty of his monumental task.
“We disappointed an awful lot of people today. It’s been difficult since I’ve set foot in the place. This is a blow but we’re not finished yet.”
A relentless title charge
The Northern Irishman asked his squad for seven consecutive victories on the run-in, and they delivered exactly that.
Securing 21 points from a possible 21, the Hoops hunted down a consistent Hearts side to claim the championship.
This doggedness was notably absent during the preceding tenures of Brendan Rodgers and Wilfried Nancy.
Despite walking into a chaotic environment, the returning boss won 19 of his 23 league fixtures.
Underlying concerns remain
While they are worthy champions who triumphed on spirit rather than pure class, deep analysis is required by the club’s board.
The Scottish giants won the league with 82 points, representing a significant drop from previous seasons and 17 fewer than three years ago.
Their attacking output has also plummeted, with the 73 goals scored representing their lowest league tally in 19 years.
This decline highlights a failure to adequately replace star striker Kyogo Furuhashi, who departed over a year ago.
Defensive fragility exposed
Although Japanese forward Daizen Maeda found crucial form late in the campaign, defensive vulnerabilities persisted across the pitch.
The champions conceded 41 league goals this term, marking their highest total allowed in 33 years.
The hierarchy at Celtic Park must now confront these stark statistics rather than simply masking a season of discontent with silverware.
Mohamed Salah has challenged Liverpool to rediscover their feared “heavy metal” attacking identity following a painful 4-2 defeat to Aston Villa that jeopardises their Champions League qualification.
The Egyptian forward released a stark statement on social media after another difficult night for the club under manager Arne Slot.
Saturday’s loss at Villa Park leaves the Merseyside outfit’s European aspirations hanging by a thread as the 2025-26 season draws to a close.
The prolific winger is already set to depart Anfield this summer, ending a glittering era that saw him become one of the greatest goalscorers in Premier League history.
Demand for a return to former glory
Reflecting on his journey, the 33-year-old emphasised that he always gave everything to help the team reach the pinnacle of European football.
“I have witnessed this club go from doubters to believers, and from believers to champions.”
However, the former Roma star expressed deep frustration with the current state of affairs.
“Us crumbling to yet another defeat this season was very painful and not what our fans deserve.”
Channelling the Jurgen Klopp era
The veteran attacker explicitly referenced the intense tactical style made famous by former boss Jurgen Klopp.
“I want to see Liverpool go back to being the heavy metal attacking team that opponents fear and back to being a team that wins trophies.”
He insisted that this aggressive footballing philosophy must remain a non-negotiable standard for anyone joining the historic institution.
“Winning some games here and there is not what Liverpool should be about. All teams win games.”
Securing European football
Despite his impending exit, the Anfield icon reiterated his deep affection for the club and his family’s enduring connection to the city.
The immediate priority now is salvaging the remainder of the campaign and ensuring a top-four finish in the Premier League.
“As I’ve always said, qualifying to next season’s Champions League is the bare minimum and I will do everything I can to make that happen.”
Sam Kerr equalled the all-time Chelsea goalscoring record on her final appearance for the club to secure a 1-0 victory over Manchester United at Stamford Bridge.
The Australian international netted her 116th goal for the Blues to draw level with former team-mate Fran Kirby.
Her decisive strike ensured Sonia Bompastor’s side claimed all three points in a tightly contested Women’s Super League fixture.
The departure of the talismanic striker marks the end of a glittering era for the west London club.
A fitting farewell at Stamford Bridge
Fans rose to their feet to acknowledge the immense contribution of the prolific forward as she bowed out in typical match-winning fashion.
Securing a narrow victory against a resilient Red Devils outfit demonstrated the ruthless edge that has defined her storied career in England.
Bompastor will now face the unenviable task of replacing a player who has consistently dominated the domestic game.
Cementing a remarkable legacy
Joining the esteemed company of Kirby at the pinnacle of the club’s scoring charts highlights her relentless consistency.
The former Chicago Red Stars attacker has been instrumental in establishing Chelsea as the pre-eminent force in the women’s game.
Her parting gift ensures the reigning champions maintain their formidable momentum under their newly appointed French coach.