UMVA has learned that Arsenal's title-winning squad has earned widespread praise, with one player in particular catching the eye of pundits and fans alike.
Mikel Arteta's side rounded off their domestic campaign with a thrilling 2-1 win against Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park, securing their first Premier League title in 22 years. The team's strength in depth has been a vital ingredient in their success, particularly given the numerous injuries to key players throughout the grueling campaign.
Noni Madueke, who scored the decisive goal just after half-time, has been a significant contributor to Arsenal's success, particularly in the absence of Bukayo Saka at various points in the season. The 24-year-old winger took time to win over the Arsenal faithful following his move from Chelsea, but has now become a Premier League winner and is set to feature for England at the World Cup.
Former Chelsea winger Madueke was singled out for praise by Martin Keown, who hailed the young player's incredible impact on the team. 'Noni, you surprised me the most,' Keown said, addressing Madueke after the game. 'You've done an incredible job. You're now going to a World Cup, you've won the Premier League. You've now really made a mark at this football club already.'
Madueke responded to Keown's words of praise, saying it was a 'dream come true' to go to the World Cup and win the Premier League with the team. He credited the team's incredible squad depth, saying 'it's a team where you can put anyone in and perform to a really, really high level.'
As Arsenal celebrate their landmark success, the question on everyone's mind is whether they can build on this momentum. Owner Josh Kroenke has already spoken of plans to invest again in the summer, and Arteta has addressed the players on the need to live up to the standards they have set. The team's manager revealed that 'this shirt now represents something else. We are the champions and that brings a lot of confidence and a different kind of presence and energy to it.'
Arteta emphasized the responsibility that comes with being champions, saying 'my job now, and everybody at the club, is going to be to live those standards now and achieve more and more because I think we are capable of winning.'
