Arsenal Fans Express Growing Frustration Over Gabriel Jesus Despite Dominant Carabao Cup Victory
Arsenal fans have voiced their growing discontent with Gabriel Jesus, even in the wake of the team’s emphatic 5-1 victory over Bolton Wanderers in the Carabao Cup third round. While the Gunners delivered a commanding performance on the pitch, the spotlight has been cast on Jesus’ underwhelming displays, with many supporters suggesting that a change might be necessary if the Brazilian striker doesn’t find his form soon.
Youngster Ethan Nwaneri Shines as Arsenal Dominates Early
Arsenal wasted no time in asserting their dominance against a struggling Bolton side. The match quickly turned into a showcase for 17-year-old Ethan Nwaneri, who stole the headlines with a stunning performance. Nwaneri opened his professional goal account in style, netting his first goal for Arsenal early in the match. The teenager continued to impress, adding a second goal shortly after the break, cementing his place as one of the most exciting prospects in English football.
Declan Rice, another key figure in Arsenal’s midfield, set the tone for the evening by scoring the opening goal in the 16th minute, giving the Gunners a comfortable 2-0 lead heading into halftime. However, despite the lopsided scoreline, Bolton—currently languishing in 19th place in League One—showed some resilience. Just four minutes after Nwaneri’s second goal, Bolton found a glimmer of hope when John McAtee assisted Aaron Collins, who slotted the ball past the Arsenal goalkeeper to make it 3-1.
Arsenal’s Attackers Seal the Deal, But Concerns Linger Over Jesus
Despite Bolton’s brief moment of resistance, Arsenal remained firmly in control of the match. The outcome was all but decided by the 65th minute when Raheem Sterling scored his first goal for the club, pushing the scoreline to 4-1. Moments later, Kai Havertz added to Bolton’s misery by converting a rebound from a Sterling shot, bringing the final tally to 5-1. With the victory secured, Arsenal coasted through the remainder of the match, leaving little doubt about their superiority on the night.
However, the comprehensive win was not enough to quell the growing concerns among Arsenal fans regarding Gabriel Jesus’ performances. Despite the team’s dominant display, Jesus failed to find the back of the net once again, prompting a wave of criticism from supporters. Many took to social media to express their frustration with the Brazilian forward’s form.
One fan remarked, “Gabriel Jesus needs to play much better. This isn’t good enough,” reflecting a sentiment shared by many others. Another fan highlighted Jesus’ ongoing struggles, stating, “Even with this big win, Gabriel Jesus still hasn’t scored. He doesn’t even look like he’s going to.” The lack of goals has become a significant worry for the Arsenal faithful, with one supporter commenting, “Gabriel Jesus desperately needs a goal for his confidence. He’s been terrible tonight.” The growing unease was further echoed by a fan who questioned Jesus’ goal-scoring record, asking, “When was the last time Gabriel Jesus scored for Arsenal?”
Calls for January Reinforcements as Jesus’ Goal Drought Continues
The frustration among Arsenal fans has reached a point where some are calling for new signings in the January transfer window. One particularly disillusioned supporter suggested, “Arteta should start looking for strikers in January because we can’t keep going like this.”
Gabriel Jesus’ goal drought has become a major talking point within the Arsenal community. His last goal for the club came in a 2-1 Premier League victory over Nottingham Forest back on January 30. Since then, injuries and limited starting opportunities have plagued his season, with his only start this campaign coming in a 0-0 draw against Atalanta in the Champions League—a match where he was substituted after just 58 minutes.
As Arsenal continues its pursuit of silverware, the pressure is mounting on Gabriel Jesus to rediscover his scoring touch. With the January transfer window on the horizon, the question remains: will Jesus find his form, or will Arsenal be forced to explore new options to bolster their attack? The coming weeks could be crucial in determining the Brazilian striker’s future at the club.