TAKEAWAYS

• Sheilah Gashumba said Arsenal fans love the club more than their partners.
• Her comments came after Arsenal won the 2025/26 Premier League title.
• Sheilah previously dated Arsenal fan and singer Rickman Manrick, giving weight to her observations.

Socialite and media personality Sheilah Gashumba has stirred debate online after claiming that male Arsenal supporters are more loyal to their football club than they are to their romantic partners.

Sheilah made the remarks shortly after Arsenal were officially crowned 2025/26 Premier League champions following a 1-1 draw between Manchester City and Bournemouth, a result that confirmed the North London side as league winners with a game to spare under manager Mikel Arteta.

Taking to social media, Sheilah questioned the unwavering loyalty Arsenal fans have shown to the club despite years without league glory.

“Arsenal fans love ARSENAL more than they love their partners because how does a team fail all these years and men don’t give up on it but men easily give up on a woman and have them replaced with or without a reason! FACT!”

Her statement quickly attracted mixed reactions, with some fans laughing off the comment while others defended their devotion to the club.

The outspoken media personality appeared to speak from experience, having previously dated singer Rickman Manrick, a known Arsenal supporter. During their relationship, Sheilah once gifted him a ticket to watch Arsenal play at the Emirates Stadium, giving her a close glimpse into the passion many supporters have for the club.

Arsenal’s latest triumph marks the end of a 22-year wait for a Premier League title and further strengthens the club’s status as one of football’s most celebrated and widely supported teams globally. Under Arteta, the Gunners have rebuilt steadily, turning years of heartbreak into long-awaited success.