Carabao Cup: Arsenal 2 - 0 Leeds United

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Mikel Arteta believes Eddie Nketiah has a future at the Emirates after helping his side see off Leeds United and reach the Carabao Cup quarter-finals.

The Arsenal manager said: "I'm happy to have him, he is our player, I regard him really highly and from my side I want him to stay." 

You can see how Nketiah and Arsenal progressed in the Carabao Cup by watching the video below.

Leeds had initially looked the more threatening side until the first goal in an open and entertaining game against a much-changed Arsenal side. After that opening period, Arteta's outfit were comfortable after establishing their lead as the visitors became stretched looking for a way back into the game. Nketiah was one of many players that impressed.

More reaction from an entertaining match

One Arsenal fan was pleased with the contribution a goalscorer: "Eddie looks like hes been developing and not only in this game!"

Another told us: "Any trophy would be a sign of improvement this season so it's good that we're progressing in this competition. I know some don't like this competition but I love a trip to Wembley!"

Let's now have a look at some of the best social media reaction

One Gunner spoke with the club's social media accounts and said: "We want to go all the way. A club like Arsenal needs to be going all the way and competing for silverware in every competition."

Now for a look at the perspective from the losing side on the night. Leeds fans will be disappointed that they didn't go further in the competition. It's been a while since they won a major trophy and they had a decent chance of reaching the later stages in this but alas, it wasn't to be. This is what the club posted on social media after the match. Watch the video below to see and hear what the Leeds manager had to say.

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