Arsene Wenger

Manager · 1996–2018 · French

“If you do not believe you can do it, then you have no chance at all.”

— Arsene Wenger

About Arsene Wenger

Arsene Wenger is the most successful and transformative manager in Arsenal's history. Appointed in September 1996, he revolutionised English football — introducing new dietary regimes, training methods, and a continental style of play that made Arsenal one of the most attractive sides in Europe. He won three Premier League titles and seven FA Cups, including the iconic 2003–04 Invincibles season in which Arsenal went the entire Premier League campaign unbeaten. He left Arsenal in May 2018 after 22 years, having made 1,235 appearances as manager.

Arsene Wenger Arsenal Record

1235 Matches Managed
704 Wins
235 Draws
296 Losses
57% Win Percentage

Honours

  • Premier League: 1997-98, 2001-02, 2003-04
  • FA Cup: 1997-98, 2002-03, 2004-05, 2013-14, 2014-15, 2016-17, 2017-18
  • FA Community Shield: 1998, 1999, 2002, 2004

Key Facts

  • Only manager to win the Premier League unbeaten (The Invincibles, 2003-04)
  • Third longest-serving manager in English top-flight history
  • Signed Thierry Henry, Patrick Vieira, Robert Pires and Dennis Bergkamp
  • Transformed Arsenal's diet, fitness, and training methods
  • Won 7 FA Cups — more than any other Arsenal manager

Frequently Asked Questions

How long was Arsene Wenger at Arsenal?

Arsene Wenger managed Arsenal for 22 years, from September 1996 to May 2018, making him one of the longest-serving managers in the club's history.

What trophies did Arsene Wenger win at Arsenal?

Wenger won 3 Premier League titles, 7 FA Cups, and 7 Community Shields during his 22 years at Arsenal.

What is Arsene Wenger famous for at Arsenal?

Wenger is most famous for the 2003-04 Invincibles season, in which Arsenal went the entire Premier League season unbeaten — a feat never matched in the modern era.

When did Arsene Wenger leave Arsenal?

Arsene Wenger announced his departure from Arsenal in April 2018 and left the club at the end of the 2017-18 season after 22 years in charge.