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Former Arsenal striker describes horrific stabbing in New York

Former Arsenal striker describes horrific stabbing in New York

  • Former Arsenal striker Nicklas Bendtner was caught in a stabbing incident in New York last week.
  • The retired Danish star was walking on the street with a group of people when the attacker attacked them
  • Bendtner played more than 150 matches for Arsenal and represented the Danish national team more than 80 times.

Former Arsenal Forward Nicklas Bendtner was part of a group that was attacked by a man armed with a knife. The former Denmark forward has spoken out about the horrific incident that took place in New York last week.

Former Arsenal striker Nicklas Bendtner retires in 2021
Nicklas Bendtner was Arsenal’s favourite. Photo: David Price.
Source: UGC

What happened to Nicklas Bendtner?

According to Danish media MirrorBendtner was walking down the street in Manhattan on Thursday, November 21, when a man carrying a knife attacked one of his friends.

Reports stated that the victim was a football player. he was injured in the incident and needed medical attention at a hospital in New York.

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The attacker, 25-year-old Joshua Zinberg, was arrested and charged. attempted murder and assault.

The former Arsenal star said: “Could it be me who was attacked? I have no comment on this. However, I can confirm that it is me in the video; it is difficult to escape from it.”

The 36-year-old player scored 47 goals in 171 appearances for Arsenal and played 81 times for the Denmark national team. Transfermarkt.

He announced that he was quitting football in 2021.

Supercomputer Premier League prediction

News in brief Reported Opta’s success in the 2024/25 season after Manchester City’s defeat.

The reigning champions suffered a humiliating defeat at home to Tottenham Hotspur. Liverpool won by eight points. Pep Guardiola’s side are aiming for a fifth consecutive title but are off the pace after losing three games in a row.

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Will Robin van Persie return to Arsenal?

News in brief also reported that Bendtner’s former teammate Robin van Persie also discussed the matter.

The former Dutch striker said the door was closed after his controversial transfer in 2012. Manchester United. Won the Premier League at Old Trafford.

Source: TUKO.co.ke