Arsenal 2-1 West Ham: 3 Things We Learned From Unconvincing Display
By Henry Payne
![LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 19: Eddie Nketiah of Arsenal celebrates after scoring his team's second goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal and West Ham United at Emirates Stadium on September 19, 2020 in London, England. (Photo by Will Oliver - Pool/Getty Images) LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 19: Eddie Nketiah of Arsenal celebrates after scoring his team's second goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal and West Ham United at Emirates Stadium on September 19, 2020 in London, England. (Photo by Will Oliver - Pool/Getty Images)](https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_fill,w_720,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/shape/cover/sport/ff4e93e3cdfd2a1bf0e535d745affe685c1bfc05b26f98cd5893fd65ecca17be.jpg)
Eddie Nketiah’s Value Becoming Apparent
Eddie Nketiah is a prolific goalscorer. In 1,412 Arsenal minutes (which equates to around 15.5 games), the Englishman has scored eight goals. That is an excellent return for a young striker who is often the subject of criticism. He may not be quite ready to assume a starting role, but he is an incredibly valuable asset.
While he remains an Arsenal player, Lacazette will likely continue to lead the line. However, I am more than comfortable with the Hale End graduate being a super-sub. Besides being a willing runner, his link-up play is improving, and he is guaranteed to score important goals throughout the season with his instincts. Arsenal are fortunate that they can call upon a goalscorer of Nketiah’s quality.