Mikel Arteta has confessed he questioned his own ability to deliver a major trophy during Arsenal's pursuit of the Premier League title — admitting he felt "vulnerable" before guiding the Gunners to their first top-flight championship in 22 years.

Arsenal were confirmed as champions on Tuesday night after second-placed Manchester City could only draw with Bournemouth, ending more than two decades of waiting for the club's supporters.

Doubt, resilience, and redemption

Speaking at a press conference on Thursday, Arteta reflected on the emotional weight of the title challenge and the moments of uncertainty along the way — including a dip in form in April when defeats to Bournemouth and Manchester City briefly reopened the title race for Pep Guardiola's side.