Ezri Konsa earns praise from ex-Arsenal defenders for strong performances
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 25, 2026, 11:05 AM
Last updated Oct 25, 2026
Former Arsenal defenders Steph Houghton and Martin Keown commended Ezri Konsa's impact at the club after he has helped secure eight clean sheets this season. With William Saliba sidelined, Konsa has formed a promising partnership with Gabriel Magalhaes, overcoming expectations. On Match of the Day, Houghton noted that Konsa's confidence and performance have stood out, while Keown acknowledged the high standards of Arsenal's defense. Arsenal is set to face a significant challenge next week against Liverpool at Anfield.
- •Konsa joined Arsenal this summer and quickly integrated into the defense.
- •Arsenal has achieved eight clean sheets so far this season.
- •Konsa is stepping up during Saliba's injury absence.
- •The team will play Liverpool next week at Anfield.
- 11:05 AMYahoo Sports — 2 ex-Arsenal defenders agree about Ezri Konsa
"Former Arsenal defenders Steph Houghton and Martin Keown have praised Ezri Konsa’s start with the club and his new partnership with Gabriel Magalhaes.Photo by Julian Finney/Getty ImagesArsenal kept ...
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