BREAKING NEWS: Brazilian forward Matheus Cunha has sent shockwaves through the Premier League ahead of this weekend’s blockbuster fixture, revealing that there is one Arsenal player who terrifies him more than any defender he has ever faced – even the likes of Virgil van Dijk, Rúben Dias, and Lisandro Martínez.
Speaking in an exclusive interview, Cunha didn’t hold back:
> “I have met some of the best defenders in the world here in the Premier League – Van Dijk, Rúben Dias, Lisandro Martínez – they are all world-class. But to be honest with you, I have never played against such a dangerously aggressive player like him in my entire career. I’m still thinking of how I will bypass him on Sunday. What he did to me last time… I still remember it.”
Fans quickly began speculating which Arsenal star had left such a deep impression on the Wolves striker during their previous encounters – and it didn’t take long for the answer to emerge. Cunha was talking about none other than William Saliba, the French defensive powerhouse who has become the beating heart of Mikel Arteta’s backline.
The Nightmare That Still Haunts Cunha
The last time Cunha faced Saliba while playing for Wolves, it was a torrid afternoon. Every time the Brazilian tried to turn, Saliba was there. Every time he thought he had found space, the Arsenal defender closed the gap in seconds, using his blend of strength, pace, and perfect timing to snuff out any danger.
It wasn’t just about tackles – it was the sheer dominance, the shoulder-to-shoulder duels, and the fearless aerial challenges. According to Cunha, Saliba’s “controlled aggression” makes him more dangerous than even the most physically imposing defenders in the game.
> “It’s not just about strength – it’s about intelligence,” Cunha admitted. “He reads the game so well, you can’t predict him. And when he decides to commit to a challenge… believe me, you will feel it.”
Sunday Showdown: Can Cunha Overcome His Fear?
With his team preparing for a high-stakes clash against Arsenal this Sunday, Cunha knows that getting the better of Saliba could be the difference between victory and defeat. But his words suggest that the psychological battle may already be tilting in Arsenal’s favour.
Saliba, meanwhile, has been in imperious form this season – racking up clean sheets, dominating duels, and earning praise from pundits, former players, and even rival fans. Mikel Arteta has often described him as the “silent leader” of the squad, a player whose presence alone gives Arsenal an aura of defensive invincibility.
For Cunha, the mission is clear – find a way past Saliba. But if history is anything to go by, that task may be easier said than done.
And as Sunday approaches, the big question remains: Will Cunha finally conquer the defender who once made him disappear from the game… or will Saliba once again turn the Brazilian’s afternoon into a nightmare?
One thing’s for sure – all eyes will be on this duel when the whistle blows.
That piece reads like sensationalised fan fiction rather than a genuine interview.
A few key tells:
* There’s no credible source attributing these quotes to Matheus Cunha — nothing from BBC Sport, Sky Sports, The Athletic, or Fabrizio Romano.
* The dramatic, novel-style writing (“the nightmare that still haunts Cunha,” “turn the Brazilian’s afternoon into a nightmare”) is typical of clickbait football pages, not real sports journalism.
* Even if Cunha did praise William Saliba, mainstream sports outlets would cover it factually and concisely, not in over-the-top storytelling form.
If you want, I can check the **real latest quotes or interviews** from Cunha ahead of Wolves vs Arsenal to see if he’s made any authentic comments about Saliba. That way we’ll know exactly what’s true and what’s just hype.
