Breaking: Cunha Names Arsenal Star as His “Biggest Nightmare” Ahead of United Showdown
The countdown to Sunday’s clash between Arsenal and Manchester United has taken an unexpected twist after a striking revelation from Brazilian striker Matheus Cunha. The forward, who has just sealed his move to Old Trafford, spoke openly about the Arsenal player he considers a “demon” on the pitch—an admission that has stirred equal parts worry and curiosity among fans.
Cunha looked back on his battles with the Gunners during his time at Wolves and admitted that no opponent troubled him more than this particular star. Despite having tested himself against elite defenders like Virgil van Dijk, Rúben Dias, and Lisandro Martínez, he confessed that Arsenal’s man was the toughest challenge of them all.
“I don’t want to face him today,” Cunha said in a statement that spread rapidly online. “When I was at Wolves, he was always my nightmare. Every duel, every run, every touch I tried to make—he was there. I’ve played against Van Dijk, Dias, Martínez, but I’ve never seen anyone like him. If we aren’t careful, we will lose.”
Still, Cunha insisted that this time things will be different. Now wearing United’s red, he intends to turn the tables and be the one who causes the damage. “This shirt changes everything. I want to be Arsenal’s problem now. He stopped me before, but I’m ready to flip the story.”
The confession has triggered heated reactions online. Arsenal fans see it as a glowing tribute to their defensive giant, while United supporters are torn between concern over Cunha’s clear respect for his rival and optimism about his determination to fight back. Pundits have suggested that Cunha’s words point directly to William Saliba, the dominant centre-back who has become a cornerstone of Mikel Arteta’s side.
Calm, strong, and near flawless in his positioning, Saliba has been hailed as one of the best in world football, and Cunha’s words only add to his growing reputation. Yet for United, the Brazilian’s fighting spirit provides a spark of belief. By admitting his past struggles while vowing to be the difference-maker, Cunha embodies the resilience that manager Ruben Amorim is demanding from his squad.
What awaits on Sunday is more than a football match. It’s the meeting of a defender who once haunted a striker’s career and a forward determined to change the script. For Arsenal fans, Cunha’s words confirm the monster they have at the back. For United fans, they serve as both a warning and a promise that their new signing might unleash his best against the very man who used to stop him.
