Highbury closing ceremony - picture special

Sunday was an historic day at Highbury as the Club said goodbye after 93 years at the famous old stadium.

After the jubilation of clinching fourth spot in the Premiership came a closing ceremony packed with memorable moments, from a parade of Arsenal legends to a firework display after the final countdown.

Scroll down the page to enjoy our picture special from a day which will live long in the memory of all associated with Arsenal.

The Romford Drum and Trumpet Corps kick off the ceremony in style

The Romford Drum and Trumpet Corps kick off the ceremony in style

The Arsenal legends gather on stage after their parade around pitch

The Arsenal legends gather on the stage after their parade around the pitch


Meet Arsenal's 'giant heads' - Wenger, Adams, Bergkamp and Henry

Meet Arsenal's 'giant heads' - Wenger, Adams, Bergkamp and Henry

Who frontman and Arsenal fan Roger Daltrey performs 'Highbury Highs'

Who frontman and Arsenal fan Roger Daltrey performs 'Highbury Highs'


Tom Watt introduces boxing legend and Arsenal supporter Sir Henry Cooper

Tom Watt introduces boxing legend and Arsenal supporter Sir Henry Cooper

Club director Danny Fiszman holds aloft a 'symbolic key' to Emirates Stadium

Club director Danny Fiszman holds aloft a 'symbolic key' to Emirates Stadium


Arsène Wenger is honoured for his achievements at Highbury

Arsène Wenger is honoured for his achievements at Highbury

Captain and hat-trick hero Thierry Henry wins another Golden Boot

Captain and hat-trick hero Thierry Henry wins another Golden Boot


Arsenal's first-team squad make their way around the pitch to salute the fans

Arsenal's first-team squad make their way around the pitch to salute the fans

Highbury is awash with colour with T-shirted fans and Club crests on the pitch

Highbury is awash with colour with T-shirted fans and Club crests on the pitch


After the final countdown, an explosion of colour brings the ceremony to a close

After the final countdown, an explosion of colour brings the ceremony to a close

An aerial view shows the final moments of Arsenal's 93-year stay

An aerial view shows the final moments of Arsenal's 93-year stay


A giant 'Sky' banner points the way to Arsenal's future at Emirates Stadium

A giant 'Sky' banner points the way to Arsenal's future at Emirates Stadium

Kit Manager Vic Akers does his duties in the home dressing room

Kit Manager Vic Akers does his duties in the home dressing room



Highbury was the place to be on Sunday as Arsenal said goodbye after 93 years at the famous old stadium.

Those supporters lucky enough to get their hands on a ticket were treated to a magnificent closing ceremony after Arsenal had clinched a Champions League place with a 4-2 victory over Wigan.

This picture special focuses on the fans enjoying our final day at Highbury. Scroll down the page to see if you caught the eye of our cameraman.

'I've got a ticket!' One of the lucky 38,359 about to cram into Highbury

'I've got a ticket!' One of the lucky 38,359 about to cram into Highbury

The shirts say it all. Two Highbury regulars take in the atmosphere

The shirts say it all. Two Highbury regulars take in the atmosphere


A father and son capture their special day at Highbury with a photograph

A father and son capture their special day at Highbury with a photograph

A colourful North Bank is the backdrop as ticketless fans gather

A colourful North Bank is the backdrop as ticketless fans gather


Outside looking in - the redcurrant masses say goodbye to Highbury

Outside looking in - the redcurrant masses say goodbye to Highbury

Inside the stadium, fans don their commemorative T-shirts...

Inside the stadium, fans don their commemorative T-shirts...


...which makes the famous old stadium a sight to behold

...which makes the famous old stadium a sight to behold

Jens Lehmann defends the North Bank goal in the first half...

Jens Lehmann defends the North Bank goal in the first half...


...as a colourful crowd watch Arsenal chase goals against Wigan

...as a colourful crowd watch Arsenal chase goals against Wigan

A banner in the North Bank Stand sums up Highbury's history

A banner in the North Bank Stand sums up Highbury's history


Those without tickets try to get a glimpse of the action inside the stadium

Those without tickets try to get a glimpse of the action inside the stadium

One young supporter peeks through a gap in the Final Salute gates

One young supporter peeks through a gap in the Final Salute gates


'We're the North Bank, we're the North Bank, we're the North Bank Highbury!'

'We're the North Bank, we're the North Bank, we're the North Bank Highbury!'

Supporters reflect on the Highbury years as the Club says farewell

Supporters reflect on the Highbury years as the Club says farewell


Arsène Wenger greets the Arsenal fans during the lap of honour

Arsène Wenger greets the Arsenal fans during the lap of honour

Emotions run high as Arsenal's 93-year stay at Highbury draws to a close

Emotions run high as Arsenal's 93-year stay at Highbury draws to a close


Red and white roses are one fans goodbye tribute to Highbury

Red and white roses are one fans goodbye tribute to Highbury

The gates at Highbury close for the final time

The gates at Highbury close for the final time


[ Monday, May 08, 2006]


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