In London, May's gentle sunlight bathed every inch of the Emirates Stadium's pitch, and the air was filled with excitement and anticipation.
On May 15th, Arsenal hosted Aston Villa. This match was not only the final home game of the season but also the glorious moment for Arsenal to be crowned Premier League Champions.
Hours before the match began, the area around Emirates Stadium was already teeming with people.
Arsenal fans, dressed in red jerseys, gathered from all directions. Their faces were painted with the team's emblem, and they waved flags emblazoned with "Premier League Champions," with songs and cheers rising and falling.
"Arsenal, Arsenal, we are the champions!!!"
"We Arsenal are invincible!!!"
Passionate slogans echoed through the streets, as if preemptively playing the symphony of victory.
Many fans also brought their children, hoping they could witness this historic moment together.
Street-side shops were adorned with championship celebration flags, and vendors enthusiastically promoted championship merchandise to fans, including T-shirts, scarves, and commemorative coins with Arsenal's emblem and championship slogans, all in dazzling array.
In the plaza outside the stadium, a giant model of the championship trophy attracted the attention of many fans.
Everyone eagerly took photos in front of the model, their faces beaming with proud smiles.
An old fan with white hair stroked the trophy model, tears glistening in his eyes: "After winning the undefeated season in 03-04, I once thought I would never see Arsenal win the Premier League Champions again in my lifetime…"
"I never expected that in less than a year, we would return to our former position."
"Thank Fly, I know this is all his credit. Without him, how easy would it be for Arsenal to win the championship?"
The young man next to him excitedly echoed: "Yes… Fly is too strong, scoring 59 goals in a single League season, this is simply a miracle!"
"Plus, the team managed to double-kill Manchester United and clinch the title six rounds early, it's simply perfect!"
Inside the stadium, staff were busily making final preparations for the match in an orderly manner.
On the giant electronic screen, Arsenal's highlight goals from this season were played on loop, each goal eliciting cheers and applause from the fans in the stands.
In the backstage area of Emirates Stadium, officials from the Premier League officially carefully removed the Premier League Champions trophy from its specially designed cabinet.
This gleaming silver Barclays Cup, having endured countless seasons of competition, was about to welcome its new owner.
Officials meticulously checked every detail of the trophy, ensuring the awards ceremony would be flawless.
"Arsenal" was engraved on the trophy's base, sparkling in the sunlight, as if narrating the story of London's Gunners, who were invincible in England this season.
Peter, hanger TV Station's special on-site commentator, stood at the commentary booth, looking at the packed, enthusiastic stadium, unable to hide his excitement:
"Hello, dear viewers, and welcome to Emirates Stadium!"
"Today, this place will become a sea of joy… Although the outcome of this match will not affect any rankings, its significance is immense, because after the match, we will collectively witness Arsenal lifting the Premier League Champions trophy!"
"Looking back at this season, Arsenal's performance has been perfect; they conquered the entire Premier League with their strength."
"Now, let's focus on this match and see what brilliant performance the Gunners will deliver to conclude this glorious season!"
"I think as the final match before lifting the trophy, Arsenal should show a bit more attitude and not be as casual as they were in the last away game against Stoke City…"
In the player tunnel, Arsenal's players chatted casually, smiles on their faces.
Fly, wearing a red and white jersey with his name and number, was full of anticipation.
He knew that today's match was not only a return to the fans but also a performance befitting champions.
At the same time, for him personally, if he scored a goal in this match, his League goal tally for the season could break the 60-goal mark.
Fly naturally couldn't miss such an opportunity…
Even if he himself wasn't interested in these records, now that they were within reach, it would be hard for Fly to not have thoughts, no matter how unworldly he was.
Seemingly understanding his main player's thoughts, Fly's good friend Wilshere patted his shoulder and said, "Bro, don't worry… You just wait in the box for this game, and we'll keep feeding you the ball."
As soon as this was said, other players also nodded, indicating their agreement.
Even Van Persie stated, "Fly, just play freely, I'll pass to you."
Facing his teammates' kindness, Fly naturally didn't refuse, nodding:
"Then thank you very much… Guys, I'll treat you to fruit platters after this season."
Exiting the player tunnel, Aston Villa's starting players were already lined up on both sides of the exit, welcoming the newly crowned Premier League Champions.
This is basically a common practice in major European Leagues, unless there is animosity between the teams… otherwise, they usually line up to welcome.
In response to Aston Villa's goodwill, Arsenal players also high-fived them in acknowledgment.
The Barclays Cup, standing resplendent at the tunnel exit, awaited Arsenal players' "favor" after the match.
At this moment, the live director specifically focused the camera on Fly. This superstar was staring intently at the Barclays Cup, his eyes filled with desire and excitement.
"It's clear that Fly has been coveting the championship trophy for a long time…"
"But I think this championship is just the beginning; the Champions League at the end of the month is the main event."
"I have a strong premonition… Fly will win three championships in his first professional season!"
In the Sky Sports studio, the famous "Fly-fan" Martin Tyler was already predicting Arsenal's Champions League victory at the end of the month.
Andy Gray, beside him, shrugged helplessly, not replying…
Although he disliked Martin Tyler's mindless praise, given Arsenal's dominance this season, Arsenal indeed had the upper hand in the Champions League Final at the end of the month.
As the Main Referee's whistle blew, the match officially began.
Arsenal immediately took firm control of the game, with fluid teamwork that showcased the demeanor of a champion team.
Fly actively ran in the front, constantly engaging in exquisite passing and cutting combinations with his teammates.
In the 10th minute of the match, Nasri broke through on the wing and delivered a precise cross.
The ball deflected after touching Van Persie's thigh, and Fly immediately ran to the changed trajectory, gently pushing the ball with the inside of his foot, and it found the back of the net.
1:0, Arsenal took the lead!
Fly, who scored the goal, ran to the sidelines and made a "60" gesture to the Arsenal fans in the stands, indicating it was his 60th League goal of the season.
At the same time, Fly made a "90" gesture, indicating it was his 90th goal of the season.
Immediately, the entire Emirates Stadium erupted in a frenzy…
In the stands, Arsenal fans waved their flags, chanting Fly's name in unison, as a red tide surged.
"Fly!!!"
"Fly!!!"
"World's Best!!!"
"GOAT!!!"
This time, some Arsenal fans even shouted "GOAT (Greatest Of All Time)."
In their eyes, what else could scoring 90 goals in a season be, if not the greatest of all time?
It's worth noting that before Fly, the single-season goal record was Gerd Müller's 67 goals.
Fly's break directly raised it by a full 23 goals, which was simply "non-human"...
In the VIP box, Taylor, wearing the Arsenal number 13 jersey custom-made by her man, jumped up excitedly. She vigorously waved the glow stick in her hand, her face beaming with a proud smile.
As expected of her man, Taylor Swift, he is truly amazing
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