NBA coaching legend Phil Jackson famously noted in his memoir, Eleven Rings, that defending a championship is universally the most demanding phase of any competitive sports campaign. Jackson secured eleven titles throughout his career, giving him unique insight into the difficulties teams face after reaching the summit.
Manager Mikel Arteta now leads Arsenal as the club confronts the rigorous task of maintaining its competitive edge following a championship victory. Additional information is expected to emerge as the current sporting season progresses.