3 standout players from Arsenal’s 1-1 draw with FC Nurnberg

NUREMBERG, GERMANY - JULY 13: Bukayo Saka of Arsenal FC reacts during the pre-season friendly match between 1. FC Nürnberg and Arsenal FC at Max-Morlock Stadion on July 13, 2023 in Nuremberg, Germany. (Photo by Alex Grimm/Getty Images)
NUREMBERG, GERMANY - JULY 13: Bukayo Saka of Arsenal FC reacts during the pre-season friendly match between 1. FC Nürnberg and Arsenal FC at Max-Morlock Stadion on July 13, 2023 in Nuremberg, Germany. (Photo by Alex Grimm/Getty Images) /
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2. Ethan Nwaneri

Arsenal’s impressive collective showing became more individualistic after the break as the boss rang the changes. Youngsters were given a run-out, and Premier League record-breaker Nwaneri certainly caught the eye.

The 16-year-old enjoyed a 30-minute cameo in Germany, but he still had enough time to impress supporters. Compactly built, Nwaneri looks to be a powerful midfielder with a notable burst of pace. He sought to take responsibility when his side had possession, and he manoeuvred himself out of some difficult spots with dazzling sequences of skill that took everybody watching aback.

This kid is obviously talented, with many already clamouring for first-team minutes next season. Nwaneri’s not quite there yet, but he deserves more opportunities on tour, that’s for sure.

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