In a momentous announcement, Arsenal and Emirates have solidified their partnership for the English Premier League club’s jersey. This collaboration with the UAE’s national flag carrier commenced in July 2006 and will now continue until at least 2028, making it the longest-running front-of-shirt sponsorship in Premier League history, spanning an impressive 22 years.

The agreement was unveiled ahead of Arsenal’s Emirates Cup match against AS Monaco at the esteemed Emirates Stadium, where the Gunners emerged victorious with a 1-1 draw, securing a thrilling 5-4 penalty win at their hallowed home ground.

Reflecting on the remarkable journey of the past decade and a half, Arsenal expressed their deep appreciation for the enduring alliance, stating, “After 17 years of incredible moments and working together to bring our global communities closer together, Emirates is woven into the fabric of Arsenal. Emirates has been ever present on the front of our men’s, women’s, and academy team shirts, and our home in north London has featured the Emirates name since it opened in 2006.”

To commemorate this momentous occasion, the club released a captivating film showcasing standout memories at the Emirates Stadium, emblematic of the strength and unity that epitomize the relationship between Arsenal and Emirates.

Juliet Slot, Arsenal’s chief commercial officer, exuded pride in the historic extension, emphasizing, “We are incredibly proud to make history by extending our partnership with Emirates until 2028. The longevity of our special relationship is a sign of our enduring shared values, our ambition to bring our global communities together, and our commitment to building on the numerous achievements that have marked our 17-year journey to date.”

Looking forward to the future, Slot added, “As we take our partnership to a minimum of 22 years together, we’re excited to move forward and we’re focused on celebrating more incredible moments with our supporters around the world.”

Sir Tim Clark, President of Emirates Airlines, expressed his pride in the journey shared over the past 17 years, during which Emirates and Arsenal celebrated triumphs and faced challenges side by side. This partnership, rooted in a shared vision of excellence and a commitment to enriching the experiences of fans worldwide, has strengthened the bond between the two iconic entities.

Clark conveyed Emirates’ delight in extending and reaffirming the partnership with Arsenal, emphasizing their joint mission to create more magical moments on and off the pitch. United in their dedication to inspire and make a meaningful impact on communities globally through the beautiful game, the future looks bright for this extraordinary collaboration between Arsenal and Emirates.

With their hearts set on further achievements and shared success, this extended partnership promises to continue setting new benchmarks and captivating fans worldwide with their unwavering commitment to excellence.