Arsenal continue to ride a strong wave of momentum after their impressive 3-1 victory over Bayern Munich yesterday, a match in which Noni Madueke scored his first goal for his new club, smashing home Arsenal’s second goal from close range. The winger has been in good form, and the excitement around him will continue to grow ahead of a massive Premier League showdown againgst his former side.
Softfootball earlier reported that Madueke revealed before the Bayern game that playing at the Emirates gives him a special boost in his Arsenal journey, a confidence reflected clearly in his recent performances. Now, with another major game approaching, he’s expressing even more hunger.

According to Fabrizio Romano via his official X handle, who shared a detailed update on Madueke’s mindset heading into the Chelsea clash, the Arsenal star is buzzing with energy and fully locked in ahead of another high-intensity Premier League fixture. Romano posted;
Noni Madueke on facing Chelsea: I can’t wait! You go eight weeks without the thing you love the most in the world, so you are chomping at the bit to just be on the pitch.
First vs. second, they’ve got a top team, we’re a top team so it’s going to be a good game, told TNT.
Madueke’s growth has been evident, and his energy heading into the clash is exactly what Arsenal fans love to hear especially as the stakes rise at the top of the table. But the winger didn’t stop there, speaking further about his mentality and drive.
Also Fabrizio Romano via his official X handle, the 22-year-old also spoke firmly about his self-belief and competitive edge as Arsenal fight to stay top of the table. he posted:
🚨☝🏾 Noni Madueke: “I am a confident player. I do NOT really like anyone telling me I can’t do something”. pic.twitter.com/KdvgrVbnSK
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) November 27, 2025
The English forward’s mindset continues to reflect the ambition inside this Arsenal squad. With him starting to find his goalscoring boots and a top-of-the-table battle approaching, Madueke’s confidence sets the tone as the Gunners prepare for one of their biggest games of the campaign.
