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Emerson Nwaneri shines again as Arsenal reach EFL Trophy knockouts

The Arsenal u21s recorded a big win on Tuesday night to secure their spot in the EFL Trophy knockout stages, with Emerson Nwaneri the hero.

Published: Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 3:01 PM
Emerson Nwaneri shines again as Arsenal reach EFL Trophy knockouts
Key Things to Know
  • Emerson Nwaneri recorded a goal and an assist as Arsenal Under-21s defeated AFC Wimbledon 2-1.
  • The 2-1 victory ensured Arsenal's progression to the EFL Trophy round-of-32 knockout stage.
  • Callum Maycock scored Wimbledon's opener in the 48th minute before Evan Mooney equalized in the 72nd minute.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Arsenal Under-21s secured a spot in the EFL Trophy knockout stages following a 2-1 victory over League One side AFC Wimbledon on Tuesday night. After Callum Maycock gave Wimbledon the lead in the 48th minute, Emerson Nwaneri set up Evan Mooney's 72nd-minute equalizer before scoring the winning goal himself in the 87th minute with a deflected strike.

The victory guaranteed the young Gunners a place in the round-of-32, moving them to the top of their group. Arsenal achieved the result despite missing several key players, including Max Dowman and Ceadach O'Neill, who had been called up to the senior squad.

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