The short, factual Arsenal story: when the club began, what is in the trophy cabinet, the ground, the owners and the records that matter, checked against the club's own history and framed as of summer 2026.
The beginning
Arsenal were founded in 1886. Founded as Dial Square by munitions workers at the Royal Arsenal factory in Woolwich, south-east London. Fans know the club as the Gunners, from the club’s origins at the Woolwich Arsenal armaments factory.
Honours
As of summer 2026 the trophy cabinet holds 14 top-flight league titles, 14 FA Cups, 2 League Cups, plus a Cup Winners' Cup (1994) and an Inter-Cities Fairs Cup (1970).
The ground
Arsenal play at Emirates Stadium in London, opened 2006. Planning a visit? The Emirates Stadium guide covers the stations, parking and the away end.
Ownership
As of summer 2026, Arsenal are owned by Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (Stan Kroenke).
A record worth knowing
Thierry Henry is the club's all-time record goalscorer with 228 goals.