Nwaneri steps in as emergency goalkeeper for Arsenal Under-18s

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Last updated Oct 21, 2026

Nwaneri steps in as emergency goalkeeper for Arsenal Under-18s
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Emerson Nwaneri played as a goalkeeper for Arsenal Under-18s in a dramatic north London derby against Tottenham on October 21, after both recognized goalkeepers were injured. Nwaneri took over late in the match, safeguarding a 2-1 victory. His brother, Ethan Nwaneri, was not part of this match. Arsenal equalized shortly after going behind, and Nwaneri initiated the decisive attack that led to a stoppage-time winner from Mylo Bernard. The victory was crucial, highlighted by Nwaneri's unexpected role between the posts.

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  • •Nwaneri took over as goalkeeper after two injuries.
  • •Arsenal won 2-1 against Tottenham in the derby.
  • •Mylo Bernard scored both of Arsenal's goals.
  • •Nwaneri initiated the winning goal in stoppage time.
  • •The match took place on October 21, 2026.
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  • 12:05 PMYahoo Sports — Nwaneri plays in goal after 2 keeper injuries
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Emerson Nwaneri found himself at the centre of an extraordinary north London derby after two injuries forced Arsenal into an emergency reshuffle, before a remarkable stoppage-time finish.Photo by Came...

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