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Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has extended his congratulations to Mikel Arteta and Arsenal for clinching the 2025/26 Premier League championship. The Gunners were officially crowned champions on Tuesday night after Manchester City could only manage a 1-1 draw away at Bournemouth. This triumph ends a streak of three consecutive runner-up finishes for Arsenal.

Speaking to reporters, Carrick praised Arteta’s side for their consistency over recent seasons. He noted that the title was fully deserved, emphasizing that winning the league requires sustained excellence across a long campaign. Carrick specifically highlighted the patience and gradual improvement shown by Arsenal under Arteta, saying that they have now reached a level where they merit the championship.

Carrick, whose own Man United team handed Arsenal one of their home defeats this season, acknowledged the challenge of replicating such success. He reflected on United’s own storied past but stressed the importance of striving to return to the top. “As a football club, of course, that’s where we want to be. We’ve been there in the past, and it doesn’t mean you’ll always be there again, but we are certainly working towards that goal as soon as possible,” he said.

England head coach Thomas Tuchel has decided to leave out Chelsea’s Cole Palmer and Manchester City’s Phil Foden from his 26-man roster for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The official squad announcement is scheduled for Friday.

In addition, Manchester United defender Harry Maguire has also been omitted from the selection. Foden was included in Tuchel’s previous squad for the March friendlies against Japan and Uruguay, while Palmer started the match against Japan. Tuchel noted that both players “struggled to make an impact” during those games.

According to BBC reports, several players are in line for call-ups, including Newcastle’s Dan Burn, Manchester City’s Nico O’Reilly, Arsenal’s Noni Madueke, and Brentford’s Jordan Henderson. The final squad will be revealed later this week as England prepares for the World Cup.

Arsenal legend Paul Merson has declared Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola as the greatest coach in Premier League history, placing him above legendary Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson. Merson argued that Guardiola’s revolutionary impact on football outweighs Ferguson’s longevity.

In his Sportskeeda column, Merson stated, ‘Sir Alex Ferguson’s legacy is built on longevity, but Guardiola has truly transformed the game. If I had to choose the top five managers in Premier League history, I’d pick Guardiola first, followed by Ferguson, Arsene Wenger, Jose Mourinho, and Jurgen Klopp. These five have dominated English football over the past two decades.’

Guardiola, who is set to leave City after their final match against Aston Villa, has won six Premier League titles during his tenure at the club. Merson’s ranking sparked debate among fans, with many questioning whether Guardiola’s success is enough to surpass Ferguson’s 13 league titles.

Ashifat Suleiman, the technical adviser of Kwara United, has emphasized his squad’s readiness to secure a positive outcome in their season finale versus Bayelsa United. The encounter is set to take place at the Samson Siasia Stadium in Yenagoa this weekend.

Kwara United require just a single point from this fixture to guarantee their continued presence in the top flight. Suleiman stated that the players fully understand what is at stake. He revealed that some key performers were rested during the President Federation Cup to ensure freshness for this decisive league match.

Speaking with Radio One, Suleiman acknowledged the expected difficulty of the contest. He noted that despite Bayelsa United already being relegated, they will be motivated to deliver a strong performance for their home supporters. The Kwara United tactician expressed confidence in his team’s motivation and focus heading into the game.

We anticipate a fierce encounter because they want to please their fans after the disappointment of relegation, Suleiman remarked. Our aim is clear, and the players are fully committed to achieving it.