Ethan Nwaneri has indicated that his international future lies with his country of birth, England, rather than Nigeria,
expressing his desire to progress to the senior team in the coming years.
Born in London, Ethan qualifies to play for the Super Eagles through his Nigerian father, Obi Nwaneri, who offers extra training sessions to him and his younger brother at Hale End, Emerson.
Nwaneri made Premier League history when he came on as a substitute in Arsenal’s 3-0 victory against Brentford on September 18, 2022 at the age of 15 years and 181 days, becoming the youngest player to ever appear in the top flight of English football.
Since his historic debut against the Bees, the dual-national attacking midfielder has played in the Carabao Cup and UEFA Champions League.
Nwaneri became provisionally cap-tied to England back in October 2022 when he played the last eleven minutes of a European U17 Championship qualifier against Lithuania.
Without making an appearance for the Young Lions at the U18 level, Nwaneri, the standout player of England’s 2024 U17 Euro squad, was promoted to the U19s and has captained the team several times this season
He has scored an impressive six goals in nine outings for England U19s, while registering an assist.
When questioned about his passion for international football, Nwaneri told Arsenal’s official webpage: “I’ve always enjoyed England camps – it’s really good.
“You meet up with your friends from different clubs and it breaks the circuit a bit. It’s a change of scenery and sometimes that can do you good.
“I’m enjoying playing for the 19s, and now I’m looking to step up more. I’m always looking to step up whenever I play, so let’s see what happens.”
Emerson, Ethan’s younger brother, is aiming to follow in his footsteps after accepting a call-up to an England U15 training camp in November 2024.
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The football world is abuzz with excitement as history-making Arsenal midfielder, Bukayo Saka, seems to be leaning towards representing the Three Lions over the Super Eagles. The talented youngster has been a revelation for both club and country, and his decision to potentially play for England could have a huge impact on the international football scene.
Saka, who was born in England to Nigerian parents, has been courted by both the English and Nigerian national teams. However, recent reports suggest that the 19-year-old is seriously considering pledging his allegiance to England, where he has already made a name for himself as a key player for Arsenal.
If Saka does indeed choose to represent the Three Lions, it could be a huge boost for England’s already talented squad. His versatility, skill, and work rate make him a valuable asset for any team, and his potential inclusion in the England setup could give them a significant advantage in future international competitions.
While Saka’s decision is not yet set in stone, the prospect of him wearing the famous Three Lions jersey is an exciting one for football fans around the world. Let’s see how this story unfolds and whether Saka will ultimately choose to make history by representing England on the international stage.
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