Arsenal 2-1 West Ham: 3 Things We Learned From Unconvincing Display

By Henry Payne | Sep 20, 2020

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) /

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Arsenal’s English striker Eddie Nketiah celebrates scoring their second goal during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and West Ham United at the Emirates Stadium in London on September 19, 2020. (Photo by Will Oliver / POOL / AFP). /

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.

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