Arsenal Player Ratings vs Preston: Nwaneri Impresses Again, with Standout Performances from Jesus and Kiwior

Arsenal player ratings vs Preston as Ethan Nwaneri shines again, Jesus and Kiwior bright

Arsenal Cruise into Carabao Cup Quarterfinals with 3-0 Win Over Preston: Nwaneri Shines, Jesus and Kiwior Stand Out”

Arsenal advanced comfortably to the Carabao Cup quarterfinals, defeating Preston North End 3-0. The Gunners asserted control from the start at Deepdale, opening the scoring when Gabriel Jesus smashed in Jakub Kiwior’s knockdown for his first goal since January. Soon after, Ethan Nwaneri seized his moment, curling a stunning shot from the edge of the box to double Arsenal’s lead.

Substitute Kai Havertz sealed the win before the hour with a powerful header, putting the game out of reach. Here’s how Our Everyday Winning Tips Sports Analyst rated the Arsenal players:

• Tommy Setford: A composed debut for the 18-year-old goalkeeper. With little to do on the save front, he handled distribution well. Rating: 7
• Jurrien Timber: Showed great energy on the right flank, though his final balls to Raheem Sterling were slightly off-target on two occasions. Rating: 7
• William Saliba: Delivered a calm and solid performance in his return. Though it was unexpected for him to play extended minutes, Arteta’s decision to go strong was evident. Rating: 7
• Jakub Kiwior: Delivered two assists from center-back, with an exceptional cross setting up Kai Havertz’s goal. Defensively strong throughout. Rating: 8

• • Oleksandr Zinchenko: Looked solid, especially after a challenging few weeks. Inverted well, maintained possession, and supported the attack with effective left-sided overloads. Rating: 7
  • Jorginho: Controlled the midfield effortlessly, showing his quality at this level. A strong performance that could boost his chances for more starting minutes. Rating: 7
  • Ethan Nwaneri: The 17-year-old sensation continues to shine, scoring with the confidence of a seasoned pro. His maturity and talent are remarkable for his age. Rating: 9
  • Mikel Merino: Showed experience with a composed performance, nearly assisting Nwaneri. Guided the young players well. Rating: 7
  • Raheem Sterling: Threatened throughout but was unlucky not to score. Created opportunities but occasionally lost focus defensively. Rating: 7
  • Gabriel Jesus: Scored his first goal since January, celebrating with clear relief. His movement and link-up play were sharp all night. Rating: 8
  • Gabriel Martinelli: A quieter game, though he fought hard after taking a knock in the first half. Might have hoped for a goal. Rating: 6

  Substitutes:

  • Kai Havertz: Scored with a powerful header, showing his knack for finding the net. Rating: 8
  • Thomas Partey: Took a bit to settle at right-back but eventually solidified his side. Rating: 6
  • Bukayo Saka: Energetic down the right after recent hamstring issues, though his appearance was unexpected. Rating: 7
  • Myles Lewis-Skelly: Another solid cameo, showing defensive composure and versatility by moving into midfield. Rating: 7
  • Ayden Heaven: Entered too late to be rated.