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Ethan Nwaneri celebrated his first-ever goal in the Premier League for Arsenal against Nottingham Forest.
Ethan Nwaneri, a 17-year-old talent eligible for Nigeria's Super Eagles, made headlines by scoring his first-ever Premier League goal during Arsenal's emphatic 3-0 victory over Nottingham Forest.
This milestone not only marked a personal achievement for Nwaneri but also positioned him as the ninth youngest goalscorer in Premier League history.
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In a match that celebrated Mikel Arteta's 250th game in charge, Arsenal displayed their attacking ability devastatingly on Saturday at the Emirates.
Bukayo Saka opened the scoring with a stunning effort, followed by Thomas Partey doubling the lead shortly after halftime.
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Then came the historic moment when Nwaneri, who came on as a substitute, capped off the performance by sliding in a goal from a cutback by Raheem Sterling, solidifying Arsenal's return to winning ways after a challenging stretch of four winless league matches.
Nwaneri's achievement is particularly notable as he becomes Arsenal's second youngest Premier League goalscorer at 17 years and 247 days, trailing only behind club legend Cesc Fabregas, who scored at 17 years and 113 days in 2004.
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This goal not only highlights Nwaneri’s potential but also reflects Arsenal’s commitment to nurturing young talent within their ranks.
After the match, Arteta praised Nwaneri's performance, emphasising the importance of developing young players "brick-by-brick" to build a successful future for the club.
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The manager expressed hope that they can cultivate Nwaneri's talent into something truly special.
Arsenal's victory lifted them back into contention in the Premier League and also marked a landmark moment in Nwaneri's burgeoning career, showcasing his potential to become a key player for both club and country in the years to come.
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