By Flava
July 17 2026

Winning the Premier League should leave Arsenal supporters with nothing but satisfaction. After all, the objective is simple: finish first, and Arsenal have done exactly that. Yet beneath the celebrations lies a statistic that should focus minds at the Emirates. Arsenal have become champions while recording one of the lowest goal totals by a title-winning side in the modern Premier League era.

This is not a criticism of Mikel Arteta or his players. In fact, it highlights just how impressive Arsenal's achievements have been. The Gunners won the title through discipline, organisation, defensive excellence and an ability to grind out results when required. Arsenal's success was built on having the league's best defence, conceding the fewest goals and keeping more clean sheets than any other side.

The old saying is that attacks win matches and defences win titles. This season Arsenal proved there is plenty of truth in that statement. However, history also shows that truly dominant teams combine defensive strength with relentless attacking output. The Invincibles scored goals for fun. Ferguson's best Manchester United teams overwhelmed opponents. Guardiola's Manchester City sides regularly broke the 90-goal barrier. Arsenal may have won the league, but there remains another level for this team to reach.

One area that still requires attention is the attack itself. Arsenal's goals have largely been shared throughout the squad rather than coming from one prolific forward. While that demonstrates the collective nature of the side, there were still occasions during the season when the team looked short of a ruthless edge in front of goal. There were games where Arsenal dominated possession and territory but lacked the cutting edge to turn control into goals.

Bukayo Saka remains Arsenal's most dangerous attacking player and arguably the most important player in the squad. He consistently delivers goals, assists and moments of quality. The concern is that too much responsibility still falls on his shoulders. When opponents successfully limit Saka's influence, Arsenal can sometimes struggle to create the same level of threat from elsewhere.

The left-wing position is an area where improvement could help elevate the team further. Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard have both contributed important moments and have played their part in the title-winning campaign. However, neither has fully established themselves as an undroppable starter. Arsenal would benefit from left-sided attackers capable of consistently delivering double-figure goals and assists while providing genuine competition and balance to Saka on the opposite flank. Too often, opposition teams can focus their defensive efforts on Arsenal's right-hand side because that is where much of the attacking threat originates.

Another issue is midfield progression. Arsenal are excellent at controlling matches, but there are still times when the midfield can move the ball too slowly from defence into attack, particularly against teams defending with a low block. Declan Rice, Martin Zubimendi and Martin Ødegaard provide quality, intelligence and work rate, but Arsenal could benefit from a midfielder who can consistently break lines with progressive passing or carrying the ball through the centre of the pitch. Too many attacks still work their way around the outside rather than cutting directly through opponents.

Improved ball progression would naturally create more opportunities for the forwards. It would help Arsenal move the ball quicker into dangerous areas, create more transitions and reduce the predictability that can occasionally creep into their play against organised defensive sides. The best teams do not simply dominate possession; they progress possession with purpose.

Perhaps the most exciting aspect of this discussion is that it comes from a position of strength. Arsenal are not trying to rebuild. They are not trying to close a huge gap on their rivals. They are champions. The foundations are already in place. The defence is outstanding. The mentality is stronger than it has been for years. The squad has depth and experience.

What Arsenal need now is evolution rather than revolution.

A more productive left-wing option. Greater midfield progression. Additional goals from attacking areas.

The frightening thought for the rest of the Premier League is that Arsenal have already won the title without maximising their attacking potential. If Arteta can add more creativity, more directness and more goals to an already championship-winning side, there is every reason to believe this could be the beginning of a period of sustained success rather than a one-off triumph.

The question for Arsenal is no longer whether they can win the league. The question is how much better they can become?