Eze’s Bench Goal Reopens Case for a Regular Arsenal Role

Arteta praised the substitute display, with club sources saying he could get more minutes if he sustains consistent performances.

Overview

Eberechi Eze came on for the injured Bukayo Saka and scored Arsenal’s opener in the 2-2 Champions League draw with Bayern Munich on Wednesday.
Mikel Arteta publicly praised Eze’s overall contribution to Arsenal Media, highlighting his movement, work off the ball and the goal.
With Bukayo Saka and Christos Tzolis sidelined by injury, Eze has an immediate chance for more playing time in Arsenal’s attack.
Former scout Bryan King and other critics say Eze has struggled for consistency this season and often fails to impose himself on games.
According to club sources, Arteta is willing to increase Eze’s minutes but only if the 28-year-old delivers regular, high-level performances and adapts to the wide role he has been asked to play.