Jeremy Ngakia continued his run of starts for West Ham United against Arsenal last Saturday and teammate Declan Rice summed up his display with a comment on Instagram.
The Hammers were defeated at the Emirates Stadium after Alexandre Lacazette netted in the second half.
Ngakia was set for a tough afternoon against Gabon international Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang but did very well to limit the danger of the Arsenal forward.
Ngakia took to Instagram to show his pride after playing alongside fellow English youngster Eddie Nketiah.
Rice replied to the picture, saying “looking at home bro”, followed by a love heart emoji.
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Many Hammers fans should be delighted with Rice’s response because firstly, it’s true!
The right-back has settled in brilliantly, proven by the fact that he has played four matches in a row in the top-flight, including twice against Liverpool (Transfermarkt).
Furthermore, Ngakia made two tackles, two interceptions, and one clearance in north London (WhoScored), which was significantly better than Arsenal’s experienced defender Sokratis, who operated at right-back.
It will also be particularly pleasing to see that Rice, who broke through in similar circumstances to Ngakia, is now showing support to the 19-year-old, thereby increasing his confidence.
It is almost captain-like behaviour from Rice, who himself is still young, which could show that there is a great togetherness and unity within the squad at the moment.
