After a twenty-year wait, dedicated Arsenal supporters worldwide are celebrating a Premier League victory. This piece delves into the reasons behind the enduring affection for this often-challenged club.
This edition of The Long Wave is guest-written by an Arsenal enthusiast, following the club’s first Premier League title win since 2004. The victory has ignited celebrations not seen in years, both domestically and internationally.
Arsenal boasts a rich history with Black footballers, and its supporter base mirrors this legacy. The sheer delight evident on the faces of players like Bukayo Saka and Eberechi Eze, and the subsequent jubilation of fans in London and as far afield as Kampala, serve as powerful testaments to this bond.
This article investigates why a club based in North London has garnered such deep affection and loyalty from so many within the Black diaspora – a passion that has persisted through periods of both triumph and adversity.
