February 15th 2025.
Ethan Nwaneri had an unforgettable performance during Arsenal's tense 2-0 win against Leicester, leaving Newcastle legend Alan Shearer at a loss for words to describe the young star's brilliance. Shearer couldn't help but label Nwaneri as a "potential superstar" after witnessing his exceptional display on the field.
It wasn't an easy victory for Arsenal, as they had to rely on a late double from substitute Mikel Merino to secure the win against the struggling Foxes. However, it was Nwaneri who was awarded the man-of-the-match accolade at the end of the match at King Power Stadium.
The 17-year-old gave Leicester's defense a hard time throughout the game, and even hit the woodwork twice in the second half. His exquisite cross from the right set up Merino's header in the 81st minute, sealing the victory for Arsenal. Merino, who replaced the injured Kai Havertz, scored his first goal for the team and increased the lead just six minutes later.
There is no doubt that Nwaneri will continue to be a key player in manager Arteta's starting lineup for their next match against West Ham at the Emirates. Shearer, who couldn't stop praising Nwaneri's standout performance on Match of the Day, described him as the "bright spark" for Arsenal, even when things weren't going their way.
Discussing Nwaneri's impressive assist for Merino's first goal, Shearer compared it to an earlier cross that almost led to a goal. Shearer pointed out how Nwaneri shifted the ball to his left foot and whipped it in, but unfortunately, Declan Rice couldn't reach it. Shearer also mentioned how Nwaneri is comfortable playing on the right side, and if given space, he will take advantage of it.
Shearer was also impressed by Nwaneri's maturity on the field, despite being only 17 years old. He couldn't help but compare the young star to the likes of Lionel Messi, while Joe Cole also praised Nwaneri's performance, saying he was "showing his true self."
Even Arsenal's head coach, Arteta, was full of praise for Nwaneri, saying that his age shouldn't be a factor in holding him back. He believes that Nwaneri's creativity and freedom on the field are what makes him a valuable asset to the team, and the players around him have full confidence in his abilities.
Overall, it was an incredible performance from Nwaneri, and he played a crucial role in Arsenal's victory, bringing them within four points of Premier League leaders Liverpool. Fans, pundits, and former players couldn't stop singing his praises, and it's clear that Nwaneri has a bright future ahead of him.
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