In a stunning turn of events, Eddie Nketiah, once sidelined and overlooked at Arsenal, has clinched FA Cup glory with Crystal Palace, less than a year after leaving the Gunners on a free transfer. The 25-year-old striker, who sought regular football away from Mikel Arteta’s plans, played a decisive role in Palace’s historic cup campaign — including a key performance in their 2-1 final win at Wembley.
Meanwhile, Arsenal’s season ends in bittersweet frustration: no trophies despite pushing hard in both the Premier League and Europe. For Nketiah, it’s a fairy-tale reversal — once cast off, now lifting silverware while his former club watches on.
Social media erupted with reactions: many Arsenal fans expressing disbelief, others acknowledging the irony. “He left for minutes, got medals,” one user wrote. From the shadows at the Emirates to centre stage in south London, Nketiah’s story has become one of redemption, resilience, and revenge.
The question now looms: Was Arsenal wrong to let him go? Or has Nketiah simply proven that belief and opportunity can rewrite des
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