In a dramatic twist of football fate, Eddie Nketiah, who departed Arsenal last summer in pursuit of regular playing time, has won the FA Cup with Crystal Palace — less than a year after his bold move.
The 25-year-old striker joined Palace on a free transfer, seeking opportunities that eluded him under Mikel Arteta at the Emirates. His gamble has paid off handsomely. Nketiah played a pivotal role in Palace’s historic cup run, scoring key goals en route to the final and featuring prominently in their 2-1 victory at Wembley.
Meanwhile, Arsenal — despite a strong Premier League campaign — finished the season empty-handed, narrowly missing out on both domestic and European glory.
Nketiah’s triumph has stirred conversation across social media, with fans pointing out the irony: a player deemed surplus at Arsenal now holds silverware while his former club endures another trophyless season.
From the fringes at Arsenal to centre stage at Crystal Palace — Eddie Nketiah’s story is fast becoming one of the season’s most compelling narratives.
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