Arsenal’s youth continue strong start: U21s overpower Leicester, U18s secure draw at West Brom

  • Arsenal’s U21s triumphed over Leicester City with a 4-1 win, thanks to Ethan Nwaneri’s hat-trick.
  • The U18 side secured a 1-1 draw against West Bromwich Albion, with a crucial goal from Osman Kamara.
  • Arsenal’s youth teams show promise, with matches against Swindon Town and Tottenham Hotspur on the horizon.

Arsenal U21s: A dominant display against Leicester

LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 04: Ethan Nwaneri of Arsenal  during the FA Youth Cup Semi-Final match between Arsenal U18 and Manchester City U18 at Emirates Stadium on April 04, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Alex Davidson/Getty Images)
LONDON, ENGLAND – APRIL 04: Ethan Nwaneri of Arsenal during the FA Youth Cup Semi-Final match between Arsenal U18 and Manchester City U18 at Emirates Stadium on April 04, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Alex Davidson/Getty Images)aneri

At Meadow Park, Arsenal’s U21s put in a resounding display to secure a 4-1 victory over Leicester City’s U21s.

A hat-trick from the prodigious talent, 16-year-old Ethan Nwaneri, along with a goal from James Sweet, helped the Gunners continue their 100% start to the season.

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Though Leicester took the lead against the run of play, Arsenal’s dominance eventually shone through, especially following the dismissal of Leicester’s Paul Appiah.

Nwaneri’s rising profile has started to command attention, not just within youth football circles but potentially for first-team consideration.

The young Gunners now shift their focus to the Papa John’s Trophy, where they face Swindon Town at the County Ground on Tuesday.

Ethan Nwaneri: One to watch

With back-to-back wins to begin their season, Arsenal’s U21s owe a lot of their attacking flair to Nwaneri.

The teenager’s hat-trick against Leicester showcased his predatory instinct in front of goal.

He has been turning heads consistently, and it may not be long before senior football beckons.

Nwaneri’s immediate challenge, however, will be the EFL Trophy clash against Swindon Town.

Given his form, Arsenal supporters will be eagerly monitoring his progress.

Arsenal U18s: A hard-fought draw at West Brom

Away at the Palm Training Ground, the young Gunners of the U18 side ensured they returned to London with a point in a 1-1 draw against West Bromwich Albion.

Though the home side took the early lead, Arsenal’s resilience and commitment to attacking football paid dividends when Osman Kamara found the net.

The match had its fair share of exciting moments, with both sides pressing for a winner, but the spoils were shared at the final whistle.

Up next for Arsenal’s U18s is the first north London derby of the season, hosting Tottenham Hotspur at London Colney.

It’s evident that Arsenal’s youth teams are flourishing.

With players like Ethan Nwaneri making waves in the U21s and a collective effort from the U18s to remain unbeaten, the future looks bright for the Gunners. The coming matches will be crucial tests of their mettle and talent, and fans will be hoping the young stars can continue to shine.

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