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Madueke's 'anger and conviction' shows he's more than a 'finisher'

Noni Madueke’s decisive strike against Nottingham Forest on Sunday underscored his value beyond Arsenal’s bench, as the England international delivered a second-half winner to secure three vital Premier League points. Though Madueke has started just one top-flight game this season—a 2-1 victory over Leeds—his performance against Forest, where he scored a deflected goal in the 80th minute, demonstrated why manager Mikel Arteta trusts him as a key substitute.

Arteta himself has praised Madueke’s directness, calling him the best player at Arsenal during the international break, and the winger’s recent starts on the right wing—including an assist in a Champions League win over Lille—have further highlighted his versatility. With Christos Tzolis sidelined with a hamstring injury, Madueke’s opportunity to prove his worth in a more natural position has arrived, though his journey at the club has been marked by inconsistency and fan skepticism since his £48.5m transfer from Chelsea.

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