Ethan Nwaneri Denied a Stunning Solo Goal by Bizarre Twist in Arsenal vs. AC Milan Clash
In a moment that left fans stunned and rising to their feet, Ethan Nwaneri came agonizingly close to scoring what would have been one of the most memorable goals of the new season — only to be denied by an unexpected and bizarre sequence of events.
The incident occurred in the 33rd minute of Arsenal’s pre-season fixture against AC Milan, when the 18-year-old midfield prodigy picked up the ball near the halfway line and embarked on a dazzling solo run. With defenders closing in, Nwaneri weaved his way through traffic, showing composure and creativity well beyond his years.
As he approached the box, it seemed inevitable that the young star would open the scoring with a clinical finish. But just as he pulled the trigger, a strange deflection or misstep appeared to intervene — halting what looked to be a certain goal. Fans in the stands were left holding their heads in disbelief, fully convinced they had just witnessed one of the goals of the season… until fate said otherwise.
Replays offered no clear explanation, with some suggesting a slight bobble in the turf or a mysterious ricochet may have disrupted the final touch. Regardless of the cause, Nwaneri’s brilliant buildup drew widespread admiration and once again underlined his immense potential as one of Arsenal’s most exciting young talents.
The full clip of the moment, already circulating widely on social media, continues to spark debate — not just for what was missed, but for the sheer flair and confidence Nwaneri displayed.
Arsenal starting XI: Raya; White, Saliba, Calafiori, Zinchenko; Norgaard, Rice, Nwaneri; Saka, Martinelli, Havertz
Arsenal subs: Kepa, Setford, Rojas, Nichols, Kiwior, Salmon, Lewis-Skelly, Zubimendi, Lokonga, Copley, Merino, Dowman, Odegaard, Kabia, Nelson, Trossard
