Eddie Nketiah

Eddie Nketiah Vows To Deliver More For Crystal Palace After Debut Draw

Eddie Nketiah Vows To Deliver More For Crystal Palace After Debut Draw

English-Ghanaian forward Eddie Nketiah has expressed his commitment to contributing more to Crystal Palace following his debut in a 2-2 draw against Leicester City at Selhurst Park. Nketiah, who completed his transfer from Arsenal on the deadline day, played the full 90 minutes in his first match for the Eagles. Despite the draw, he was pleased to make his debut and is eager to make an impact. "I'm really happy to make my debut, but I’m disappointed not to secure the three points," Nketiah said after the game. "The team pushed hard and created some good chances, so we deserved…
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Ghana Still Remains An Option For Eddie Nketiah After Disappointing Zero Minutes Debut England Call-Up

Ghana Still Remains An Option For Eddie Nketiah After Disappointing Zero Minutes Debut England Call-Up

Arsenal’s Eddie Nketiah is facing a crucial choice regarding his international career. Despite an England call-up, he remains an option for Ghana's national team. Recent matches in the September international break tell an interesting story. In both the 1-1 draw against Ukraine, a 2024 Euros qualifier, and the 3-1 win over Scotland in a friendly, Nketiah was notably absent from the action. Against Ukraine, his exclusion was noteworthy given Gareth Southgate's unusual decision to include three goalkeepers. Against Scotland, Nketiah sat on the bench, unused, while Harry Kane, Phil Foden, and Jude Bellingham scored the goals. Born in England to…
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‘I Don’t Understand’ – Chelsea Legend Bares Teeth At Arsenal Coach For Benching Eddie Nketiah

‘I Don’t Understand’ – Chelsea Legend Bares Teeth At Arsenal Coach For Benching Eddie Nketiah

Former Chelsea player, Andy Townsend has disclosed that Arsenal forward Eddie Nketiah could become frustrated at the club due to Mikel Arteta's lack of opportunities for the player. Townsend who was speaking after Arsenal’s 2-2 draw with Fulham noted that Nketiah is likely to be confused due to the lack of time he gets in matches. In Arsenal's game against Fulham, Mikel Arteta decided to start Leandro Trossard ahead of Eddie Nketiah despite the striker's strong start to the season. Nketiah who was expected to get more playing time in the absence of injured player Gabriel Jesus came on at half-time in the match…
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Arsenal Handed Huge Boost As Eddie Nketiah Returns To Training Ahead Of West Ham Trip

Arsenal Handed Huge Boost As Eddie Nketiah Returns To Training Ahead Of West Ham Trip

English-born Ghanaian forward, Eddie Nketiah has returned to training ahead of Arsenal's Premier League clash with West Ham. The 23-year-old forward has been out for a month after picking an injury in the 1-0 win at the King Power Stadium against Leicester City. Nketiah was spotted going through rigorous drills and some ball work as he returns to full fitness. His comeback is a huge boost for Mikel Arteta's side, who are chasing their first league title in 19 years. The Gunners sit top of the English Premier League table with a six point lead over Manchester City who have…
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Eddie Nketiah Reminds Me Of Ian Wright – Roy Keane

Eddie Nketiah Reminds Me Of Ian Wright – Roy Keane

Former Manchester United midfielder, Roy Keane, has likened Eddie Nketiah’s style of play to former Arsenal legend Ian Wright. Nketiah has been in the limelight since coming into the starting lineup following the injury to Gabriel Jesus at the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Continuing his fine form, the English-born Ghanaian scored a brace on Sunday as Arsenal beat Manchester United to go five points clear at the top of the Premier League table. The 23-year-old hit the equaliser after Marcus Rashford had opened the scoring at the Emirates Stadium before grabbing the winner in the 90th minute of the game…
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He Is A Great Finisher – Arsenal Boss Hails Free-Scoring Eddie Nketiah

He Is A Great Finisher – Arsenal Boss Hails Free-Scoring Eddie Nketiah

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has said striker Eddie Nketiah is getting better and better following his brace to send Arsenal through to the next round of the FA Cup after beating Oxford United on Monday. The Gunners set up an FA Cup fourth-round tie at Manchester City with an emphatic 3-0 victory against the League Two side at Kassam Stadium in Oxford. The England-born Ghanaian scored twice in the second half adding to Mohamed Elneny's goal to seal the victory for the Gunners. Nketiah has now scored five goals in his last six appearances for Arsenal and at the same…
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Arsenal Manager Mikel Arteta Praises Brace-Hero Eddie Nketiah After FA Cup Win

Arsenal Manager Mikel Arteta Praises Brace-Hero Eddie Nketiah After FA Cup Win

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has showered praises on English-born Ghanaian forward Eddie Nketiah after netting a brace in the FA Cup win against Oxford United. The 23-year-old scored twice in the second half as Arsenal strolled to a 3-0 victory and progressed to the fourth round of the Cup competition. Nketiah has now scored four goals in his last four matches for the Gunners, leaving Arteta very impressed. "He showed great composure. He is a great finisher and the timing of his runs as well. The decision making to wait to the last moment shows his quality. It's not only…
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Arsenal Forward Eddie Nketiah Rejects Claims Of Replacing Gabriel Jesus

Arsenal Forward Eddie Nketiah Rejects Claims Of Replacing Gabriel Jesus

English-born Ghanaian forward, Eddie Nketiah says he wants to be his 'own player' after he was asked about filling the void left by Gabriel Jesus. Nketiah was handed a starting role against West Ham following injury to the Brazilian forward. The England youth international scored as the Gunners came from a goal down to beat the Hammers. After the game, Nketiah shared his excitement and hopes Jesus returns to fitness to help the club achieve its goal. “I’m not here to replace him (Jesus)," he told Amzon Prime. “I want to be my own player, but we all wish him…
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5 Footballers Of Ghanaian Origin Making Waves In Europe

5 Footballers Of Ghanaian Origin Making Waves In Europe

When we mention Ghanaian football, legendary names like Asamoah Gyan, Michael Essien, and Abedi Pele readily come to mind. Of course, these legends have inarguably etched their names in the sands of Ghanaian football, and going by predictions on Betway will be among the finest ever seen in Ghana. Admittedly, the bulk of these legends was born and bred in Ghana, spending a substantial part of their careers playing locally in Ghana. But there is an emerging breed of exciting footballers who, though they may never have played in the local Ghanaian football leagues, are of Ghanaian descent and already making waves…
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