Benik Afobe
2009/10 Player Review: Benik Afobe
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Academy League Play-off Final - Extended
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Benik Afobe was one of the stars of the season as Arsenal Under-18s lifted the Premier Academy League for the second successive year.
The striker top-scored for Steve Bould's side with 20 goals in 25 League appearances including a hat-trick in the Final against Nottingham Forest.
Clinical in front of goal, Afobe broke into Neil Banfield's Reserve team and his season ended in success with England Under-17s at the European Championships.
| Competition | Appearances | Goals |
| Premier Reserve League | 2+3 | 0 |
| FA Youth Cup | 2 | 0 |
| Premier Academy League | 24+1 | 20 |
| Totals | 28+4 | 20 |
SOUNDBITE
"Before the [Academy Play-Off] Final all I wanted was to win, and then maybe get one goal for myself. But I never thought of a hat-trick and two assists. It is like a dream come true! This is the best thing that has happened to me as a player at Arsenal, and hopefully more will come."
FINEST MOMENT
A hat-trick at Emirates Stadium in the Premier Academy League Final victory over Nottingham Forest highlighted Afobe's ability to take the chances presented to him. He was also involved in the build-up for Arsenal's other two goals in the 5-3 victory.
Benik Afobe with the Premier Academy League trophy
[Monday, June 14, 2010]
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