I grew up thinking Arsène Wenger was why Arsenal had its name

Writing for Pain in the Arsenal, Kian Long reflects on becoming an Arsenal supporter and marks the 30th anniversary of Arsène Wenger joining the club. Long shares personal memories of his childhood in the early 2000s, explaining how he originally assumed Arsenal was named after its long-serving French manager.

Long recalls adopting Arsenal through his eldest cousin's influence during a transformative era marked by Thierry Henry's departure and the move to Emirates Stadium. The writer concludes that Wenger served as an essential constant during a period of significant club transition.