Eberechi Eze

Arsenal midfielder who was involved in a VAR controversy when a penalty awarded to him was overturned during a Champions League semi-final against Atletico Madrid.

2026-04-252026-08-19

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April 2026
26 AprCitizen Digital
… l are back on top of the Premier League, but Mikel Arteta claimed their title challenge could be ruined by two rejected red card decisions in their games against Manchester City and Newcastle.Arteta's side are three points clear of second-placed Manchester City after Eberechi Eze …
Arteta in red card rant after Arsenal regain top spot
25 AprCitizen Digital
Arsenal back on top of Premier League, Spurs win By AFP April 25, 2026 10:56 (EAT) Arsenal forward Eberechi Eze celebrates his goal against Newcastle United during their Premier League match at the Emirates Stadium, London on April 25. …
Arsenal back on top of Premier League, Spurs win

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Arteta praises Guimaraes signing to strengthen Arsenal midfield

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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has backed Brazil international Bruno Guimaraes, signed from Newcastle for a reported £75 million, to "ignite something different" at the club. Arteta described the 28-year-old as a "warrior" with quality, intuition, leadership and charisma who will push the team's existing midfield of Declan Rice, Martin Odegaard, Mikel Merino, Martin Zubimendi and Eberechi Eze.

10 August 2026 · The Standard →

Monday 10 August

Arteta praises Guimaraes signing to strengthen Arsenal midfield
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has backed Brazil international Bruno Guimaraes, signed from Newcastle for a reported £75 million, to "ignite something different" at the club. Arteta described the 28-year-old as a "warrior" with quality, intuition, leadership and charisma who will push the team's existing midfield of Declan Rice, Martin Odegaard, Mikel Merino, Martin Zubimendi and Eberechi Eze.
10 August 2026 · The Standard →

Sunday 9 August

Arteta backs Guimaraes to strengthen Arsenal's midfield
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has backed Brazilian midfielder Bruno Guimaraes, signed from Newcastle for a reported £75 million, to "ignite something different" at the Premier League champions. Guimaraes was introduced to Gunners fans ahead of a pre-season friendly against Borussia Dortmund.
9 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 12 July

Bellingham scores twice as England beats Norway in World Cup quarters
Jude Bellingham scored twice, including in extra-time, to help England overcome Norway 2-1 in their first World Cup quarter-final and reach the semi-finals. England will face Argentina or Switzerland on Wednesday for a chance to reach their first World Cup final in 60 years.
12 July 2026 · The Standard →
Bellingham scores twice as England beats Norway in World Cup quarters
Jude Bellingham scored twice, including an extra-time winner, as England defeated Norway 2-1 after extra-time in the World Cup quarter-final on Saturday, advancing to the semi-finals. Norway had taken the lead through Andreas Schjelderup before Bellingham equalised just before half-time, with a Norway goal later disallowed after a VAR review.
12 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 9 July

Norway captain Odegaard prepares for England World Cup quarter-final
Norway captain Martin Odegaard will face his Arsenal teammates Declan Rice, Bukayo Saka, Noni Madueke and Eberechi Eze when Norway play England in a World Cup quarter-final at Miami Stadium on Saturday. Odegaard said he has kept banter with them to a minimum during the tournament, focusing instead on the task ahead.
9 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 1 July

Kane's late goals send England past DR Congo into World Cup last 16
Harry Kane scored two late goals to rescue England from a 2-1 defeat against the Democratic Republic of Congo in a Round of 32 match in Atlanta, securing their place in the World Cup last 16. England will face co-hosts Mexico in the next round on Sunday.
1 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 31 May

PSG wins second Champions League title, beats Arsenal on penalties
Paris Saint-Germain retained the UEFA Champions League title by defeating Arsenal 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in the final at Budapest on May 30, 2026. Coach Luis Enrique said the victory was "even bigger" than their maiden European title a year ago.
31 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Arsenal loses Champions League final to PSG on penalties
Arsenal lost the UEFA Champions League final to Paris Saint-Germain 4-3 on penalties in Budapest, with Kai Havertz scoring early for the Gunners and Ousmane Dembele equalizing from a second-half penalty. Declan Rice said the defeat is "just the start" and believes Arsenal will eventually conquer Europe.
31 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 30 May

PSG retains Champions League title, beats Arsenal on penalties
Paris Saint-Germain won back-to-back Champions League titles by defeating Arsenal 4-3 on penalties following a 1-1 draw after extra time in Budapest, with Eberechi Eze and Gabriel missing from the spot. PSG became only the second team besides Real Madrid to win the competition in consecutive years.
30 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
PSG retains Champions League title, beats Arsenal on penalties
Paris Saint-Germain won back-to-back Champions League titles, defeating Arsenal 4-3 on penalties following a 1-1 draw after extra time in Budapest. PSG became only the second team besides Real Madrid to win the competition in consecutive years in the Champions League era.
30 May 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 28 May

Crystal Palace wins Conference League final with Mateta goal
Jean-Philippe Mateta scored in the 51st minute as Crystal Palace defeated Rayo Vallecano 1-0 in the UEFA Conference League final in Leipzig, securing the club's first European trophy in their history. Coach Oliver Glasner departs after delivering a third trophy in two and a half years.
28 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 20 May

Arsenal wins first Premier League title in 22 years
Arsenal clinched their first Premier League title in 22 years on May 19, 2026, after Manchester City were held to a 1-1 draw by Bournemouth. Players and thousands of fans celebrated at Emirates Stadium, with some lighting fireworks and flares.
20 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Arsenal wins Premier League title after 22-year drought
Arsenal were crowned Premier League champions after Manchester City drew 1-1 with Bournemouth, ending a 22-year wait and securing the title with one game remaining. The article examines key factors in the Gunners' triumph under Mikel Arteta, including goalkeeper David Raya's clean-sheet record.
20 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 5 May

Saka returns from injury as Arsenal face Atletico Madrid
Bukayo Saka has returned from an Achilles injury, scoring and assisting in a 3-0 win over Fulham to help Arsenal prepare for a Champions League semi-final second leg against Atletico Madrid, with the tie level at 1-1 after the first leg.
5 May 2026 · The Standard →
Arsenal face Atletico Madrid in Champions League semi-final decider
Arsenal host Atletico Madrid in a UEFA Champions League semi-final second leg with the tie level at 1-1 after last week's first leg in Madrid. The winner on the night will secure a place in the final, with extra time and penalties to decide the outcome if needed.
5 May 2026 · The Standard →

Monday 4 May

Saka injury return lifts Arsenal attack ahead of Atletico
Bukayo Saka's return from an achilles injury has revived Arsenal's attack in time for their Champions League semi-final against Atletico Madrid; Saka scored and assisted in a 3-0 Premier League win over Fulham on Saturday, Arsenal's first three-goal game in 16 matches.
4 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 1 May

Arsenal's Arteta furious over overturned Eze penalty in Atletico draw
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta protested the VAR reversal of a penalty awarded to his team in their 1-1 Champions League semi-final first leg draw against Atletico Madrid, saying the decision to overturn Eberechi Eze's penalty after a review was unacceptable and changed the course of the match.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 30 April

Arsenal's Arteta angry over VAR overturning Eze penalty decision
Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta was furious after a penalty awarded to his team was overturned by VAR review during their 1-1 Champions League semi-final first leg draw at Atletico Madrid, with the decision coming after defender David Hancko made contact with Eberechi Eze's foot in the box.
30 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Arsenal, Atletico Madrid draw 1-1 in Champions League semi
Julian Alvarez's second-half penalty earned Atletico Madrid a 1-1 draw against Arsenal in the Champions League semi-final first leg, after Viktor Gyokeres had given Arsenal the lead from the spot before the interval.
30 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 28 April

Arsenal chase Champions League history ahead of Atletico Madrid semi-final
Declan Rice has urged Arsenal to embrace the weight of history as they travel to Atletico Madrid for the first leg of their Champions League semi-final, seeking to move toward only their second final appearance. Arsenal have never won the competition, with their lone final ending in defeat against Barcelona in 2006.
28 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 26 April

Arsenal regain Premier League top spot after Newcastle win
Arsenal defeated Newcastle 1-0 on Saturday to move three points clear at the top of the Premier League, with Eberechi Eze scoring early. Manager Mikel Arteta complained about two rejected red card decisions against Newcastle goalkeeper Nick Pope and Manchester City's Abdukodir Khusanov that he believes could affect their title challenge.
26 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 25 April

Arsenal regain Premier League top spot with win over Newcastle
Eberechi Eze's early goal gave Arsenal a 1-0 victory over Newcastle on Saturday, moving the Gunners back to the top of the Premier League. Manchester City remain close behind on the same points but with fewer goals scored, with Arsenal able to extend their advantage before City's next match.
25 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →