Rice and Madueke respond to critics after Champions League final
ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 12:03 PM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
Declan Rice and Noni Madueke defended Arsenal amid criticism following their loss in the Champions League final. The players expressed frustration over what they described as jealousy directed at the team after their setback. This response comes as Arsenal looks to regroup and analyze their performance in the tournament. The team's ability to handle criticism and channel it into future performances will be critical as they head into the next season.
- •Declan Rice and Noni Madueke addressed criticism after the Champions League final.
- •The team faced backlash for their performance in the final match.
- •Rice mentioned feelings of jealousy surrounding the team.
- •Arsenal is expected to focus on improvement ahead of next season.
- 12:49 PMESPN Soccer — Rice to Arsenal critics: 'Jealousy everywhere'
"Declan Rice and Noni Madueke have hit back at Arsenal's critics after their Champions League final loss.
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