Emirates unveils Arsenal champions A380 livery to celebrate Premier League glory
Four star players feature on bespoke aircraft design
DUBAI – Emirates has unveiled a striking new A380 livery celebrating Arsenal FC’s Premier League title-winning campaign, marking another chapter in the airline’s long-standing partnership with the North London club.
The bespoke design was revealed in Dubai and pays tribute to Arsenal’s successful season, which culminated in the club being crowned Premier League champions last week.
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— Emirates (@emirates) May 30, 2026
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The special aircraft reflects Emirates’ continued association with one of world football’s most recognised teams and its commitment to connecting fans with major sporting moments across the globe.
Tribute to Champions
Created and applied in-house by Emirates Engineering, the eye-catching decal stretches from the aircraft’s iconic tail fin to the middle of the fuselage. The design features four Arsenal first-team stars: Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice, Martin Ødegaard and Viktor Gyökeres.
The Arsenal crest is prominently displayed above gold “Champions” lettering, honouring the achievement of the entire squad. The celebratory artwork transforms the double-decker aircraft into a flying tribute to the club’s latest success.
Emirates-Arsenal partnership
The unveiling also comes ahead of a significant milestone for both organisations. In 2026, Emirates and Arsenal will celebrate 20 years of partnership.
Emirates remains Arsenal’s Official Airline Partner and holds the naming rights to Emirates Stadium in North London. The airline’s Fly Better branding continues to appear on the front of the Men’s, Women’s and Academy team shirts, making it the longest-running front-of-shirt sponsorship in Premier League history.
The newly painted A380 is set to make its first appearance in service as flight EK001 to London Heathrow, giving football supporters and aviation enthusiasts an opportunity to see the commemorative aircraft in action as it takes to the skies carrying Arsenal’s championship celebrations beyond the pitch.