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Arsenal fans have every right to feel giddy about Noni Madueke right now.
The signing from Chelsea, who some people even mocked when he first signed for Arsenal, has been a complete revelation in Arsenal's opening four games.
He recently scored his first goal for England in the international break, and he just put in yet another stellar performance when starting in Bukayo Saka's usual position.
Against Nottingham Forest, a game which Mikel Arteta unsurprisingly won against Ange Postecoglou, Noni Madueke was the best player on the pitch.
He put in the corner, which was rifled home by Martin Zubimendi. Other than this important set piece, Madueke was sensational with the ball at his feet.
Consistent drops of the shoulder and boasting the confidence to take on his opposing defender was a breath of fresh air for Arsenal fans. It got to the point in the match where, whenever Madueke was on the ball, we just knew he was going to somehow bring it into the box.
Noni Madueke should remind Arsenal fans of this world-class former player
Noni Madueke's assured performances are surely starting to remind Arsenal fans of one player, and that player is Alexis Sánchez.
I know, I know. Hear me out.
Noni Madueke for Arsenal in the first half:
— Squawka (@Squawka) September 13, 2025
◉ Most touches in opp. box (5)
◉= Most duels won (5)
◉ Most chances created (3)
◉ Most successful take-ons (3)
◉ Most accurate crosses (3)
Causing the Forest full-backs all sorts of problems. ⚡️ pic.twitter.com/0imaFZEjxS
Alexis might not be the most popular character among Arsenal fans since he left for Man United, but the reason why we resented him for leaving so much is because he was so good.
In truth, Arsenal never replaced Alexis Sánchez. Bukayo Saka is well on his way to being a better player than the Chilean, but his strengths lie elsewhere.
Madueke or Alexis Sanchez I’m shocked by this performance fair play to him
— AboutBillions (@Jaywickz17) September 13, 2025
Noni Madueke isn't the shortest player in the world, but he still boasts an impressive low center of gravity, one which is similar to that which Alexis possessed.
There were a few moments out on the right when Madueke dropped his shoulder and shimmied past his opposing defender.
Let's not overlook the fact that Nottingham Forest has a strong defense, by the way. Sure, injuries hurt Forest, and they had to reshuffle, but they are known to be a good defensive unit.
Noni Madueke is still waiting for his first Arsenal goal, but the feeling is that it can't be much longer. He is putting in some phenomenal displays and entering promising positions on the pitch. And he's doing it largely on his own accord, which is refreshing for Arsenal fans to see.