Arsenal’s rising star Ethan Nwaneri played a pivotal role in their 2-1 victory against Manchester United at the SoFi Stadium in California. The 16-year-old’s impressive performance included completing 17 out of 19 passes, creating a significant scoring opportunity, and providing an assist.
His defensive contributions were equally noteworthy, winning all four of his duels and completing a dribble attempt successfully.
Arsenal legend Ian Wright praised Nwaneri, stating, “He’s the real deal. This is just pre-season, and he’s playing like this. Imagine him in the Premier League. He’s better than Phil Foden and Mason Mount.
He reminds me of Manchester City icon David Silva.” Fans on social media echoed Wright’s sentiments, hailing Nwaneri as Arsenal’s David Silva and predicting a successful career for the young talent.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta acknowledged Nwaneri’s remarkable performance and emphasized the importance of players demonstrating their potential.
He noted that if Nwaneri continues to perform well, he would earn more opportunities in upcoming matches.
Nwaneri’s journey with Arsenal began in September 2022 when he made his senior debut at just 15 years old, becoming the youngest player to do so in the club’s history.
His international career has also been promising, with notable performances for England U17, including scoring three goals in the UEFA U17 Euro.
As Arsenal continues their pre-season tour in the United States, fans and pundits alike are eager to see if Nwaneri can maintain his exceptional form and secure a more permanent role in the team.
The Gunners are set to face Liverpool next, and Nwaneri will look to capitalize on these opportunities to further solidify his place in the squad.
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