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Ndidi solid, Nwaneri impressive as a late Merino flourish sees Arsenal floor Leicester City

Leicester City's Wilfred Ndidi reacts to referee Darren England during the Premier League match at the King Power Stadium, Leicester. Picture date: Saturday September 21, 2024. - Photo by Icon Sport

Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi showed flashes of his best form but it was not enough consolation for Leicester City who suffered a home defeat to Arsenal, Soccernet.ng reports.

Ndidi made his first Premier League start since his return from injury but his Leicester City stumbled to a 2-0 loss against the Gunners at the King Power Stadium.

Substitute Mikel Merino struck twice in the last ten minutes as Arsenal sealed the win that took Mikel Arteta’s men to within four points of leaders Liverpool.

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Imhonlamhen Eronmhonsele

Imhonlamhen Eronmhonsele turns into a ball of passion when writing about Nigerian football and its talents, whether rising stars or established legends, locally and abroad. From the deepest corners of the Middle East, to the green fields of the Americas, to the celebrated grounds in Europe, and the rich soils of Africa, Imhons is more than glad, usually with a glass of a tasty drink nearby, to capture the essence of the game, by connecting the dots between culture, identity, and football.

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