‘This Is Arsenal’s Historic Year’: Kanu Confident of Double Glory

Arsenal legend Nwankwo Kanu has hailed the Gunners’ Premier League triumph and expressed confidence in their chances of lifting the Champions League trophy against Paris Saint-Germain this weekend.

The former Nigeria captain, who won the Premier League with Arsenal and remains one of the club’s most cherished figures, reflected on the significance of ending a 22‑year wait for the domestic crown.

‘It means a lot because Arsenal is a massive club, and people always believed, hoped, and expected us to be competing for trophies again. Now, nobody can say Arsenal do not win trophies anymore. That narrative has changed,; Kanu told Flashscore.

Kanu revealed he began to believe Arsenal would win the league after the first phase of the season, citing their defensive strength and squad depth.

He also backed Mikel Arteta’s side to defend the title next season, noting that the pressure has eased and the team can now play with greater freedom and confidence.

Looking ahead to Saturday’s Champions League final in Budapest, Kanu insisted Arsenal are ready to upset PSG, who won the competition last year.

‘We haven’t lost a single game in this Champions League run, and reaching the final on that record gives us real belief. Some may call it revenge, but for us, it is about proving ourselves and finishing the job,’ he said.

The Nigerian icon also praised striker Viktor Gyökeres as one of the best forwards in the league, while reflecting on Arteta’s managerial impact.

Though he resisted comparisons with Arsène Wenger, Kanu acknowledged Arteta’s achievements and suggested the Spaniard has the potential to become a legendary figure at Arsenal if he maintains consistency and progress.