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Who is Eric Lichaj? Meet the American who stunned Arsenal in the FA Cup

The 29-year-old fullback helped Nottingham Forest eliminate the Gunners from the FA Cup, while writing a new high point in his decade-long pro career

For many fans in England, Eric Lichaj's two-goal effort in Nottingham Forest's stunning 4-2 FA Cup victory against Arsenal was the first they had really heard of the American, but it was just the latest turn in a career filled with memorable highs and painful lows.

The U.S. national team defender scored a pair of first-half goals — including a stunning volley from 18 yards out — as the Championship side shocked the Gunners in the FA Cup third round Sunday, sending Arsene Wenger's side out of the competition.