Eberechi Eze’s FA Cup final screamer didn’t just clinch Crystal Palace’s first ever trophy; it mocked every academy that rejected him. Born in gritty Greenwich to Nigerian parents, he battled a tough childhood. His 1-0 triumph over Manchester City screamed determination and resilience.

Eberechi Eze’s goal and Dean Henderson’s penalty save earned the Eagles victory at Wembley for their first major trophy

Eberechi Eze was on Arsenal's books before they released him at the age of 13, and now the Crystal Palace star is out to prove them wrong on the biggest stage in English football