After his impressive performances in the EFL Cup, Arsenal’s emerging star Ethan Nwaneri is now in the race to win the competition's Goal of the Round.
His latest nomination for Goal of the Round has placed him in direct competition with some of the Premier League’s biggest stars.
The 17-year-old midfielder caught the attention of fans with a stunning goal during Arsenal’s 3-0 victory over Preston North End, a strike that shows his huge talant and composure.
The youngster put the Gunners two goals up after 33 minutes of game play with a mouth-watering strike from the edge of the box.
After receiving a pass from Gabriel Jesus outside the box, Nwaneri skilfully curled the ball into the net, doubling Arsenal’s lead and securing their path to the Carabao Cup quarterfinals.
Ethan Nwaneri’s EFL Cup journey highlights his rising talent
This brilliant moment follows Nwaneri’s memorable EFL Cup debut against Bolton Wanderers, where he netted a brace to lead the Mikel Arteta side to a 5-1 win.
His latest cup goal has him listed among elite nominees, including Premier League stars like Cody Gakpo of Liverpool and Manchester United duo Bruno Fernandes and Casemiro.
As one of the top-rated players in this season’s competition, Nwaneri ranks fifth overall for players with at least two appearances in the competition.
Facing intense competition from notable names like Southampton’s James Bree, Tottenham’s Pape Sarr, and Sheffield Wednesday’s Djeidi Gassama, Nwaneri's goal stands out.
The recognition has now placed him among the tournament's best and also signals his potential to be a key player for Arsenal's future.
Nwaneri is likely to feature in Arsenal's upcoming Champions League match against Inter Milan, as he was seen travelling with the team earlier this week.
