Arsenal wonderkid Ethan Nwaneri marked his England U21 debut with a brilliant goal in their 4-2 victory over Portugal.
The teenage midfielder, who has represented England at U16 and U17 levels, made an immediate impact by scoring just ten minutes into the match. His left-footed strike from outside the box was one of the highlights of the game, showcasing his immense talent and composure.
While Nwaneri continues to represent England in youth competitions, officials from Nigeria’s football federation remain confident they can convince him to switch allegiances and play for the Super Eagles in the future.
Nwaneri’s performance against Portugal has only added to his growing reputation as one of the most exciting young midfield talents in Europe.
Editorial
Ethan Nwaneri’s remarkable goal on his England U21 debut is yet another reminder of the world-class talent emerging from players with Nigerian heritage. His vision, composure, and technique at such a young age underline why he’s already on the radar of some of the biggest national teams — including Nigeria.
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We applaud Nwaneri’s progress and recognise that representing England at youth levels is part of his journey. However, we strongly believe the Nigeria Football Federation must intensify efforts to secure his allegiance for the Super Eagles. Waiting too long could result in losing another gifted player who could make a significant impact for Nigeria at international tournaments.
Nwaneri embodies the type of creative midfield talent Nigeria has long sought to nurture. His technical skills and ability to score from distance are qualities the Super Eagles can certainly use as they build for future challenges. It’s time for proactive engagement — before England moves to tie him down at senior level.
Did You Know?
- Ethan Nwaneri became the youngest-ever Premier League player at 15 years and 181 days when he made his Arsenal debut in 2022.
- He is eligible to play for Nigeria, England, and potentially Italy through heritage.
- Arsenal’s youth academy, Hale End, has also produced stars like Bukayo Saka and Emile Smith Rowe.
- Nwaneri has been part of England’s youth setup since U16 level and has scored in multiple age categories.
- The last high-profile player to choose England over Nigeria after youth representation was Tammy Abraham.
