Saka has frequently found himself subjected to fouls throughout his time in the Premier League, primarily due to his speed and agility when dribbling towards the opposing team’s goal. The Arsenal standout has now disclosed his approach to handling the considerable number of challenges he faces in each match.
In an interview with The Guardian, Saka explained, “There are two elements. The first is that the defenders can’t do that all game. They’ll get yellow cards and then they have to stop.”
“The second element is that as an attacking player, you are in the team to score goals, create goals. Part of that is going to involve having to beat defenders and, yeah, they’re going to try their best to stop you.”
“But just because you get a kick, you can’t hide away and not do that. Because that’s what you are in the team to do.”
According to StatsMuse, Saka currently ranks as the fourth-most fouled player in the Premier League this season. Nevertheless, despite facing frequent interruptions, the 22-year-old has played a pivotal role in Arsenal’s dynamic offensive play as they vie for their maiden Premier League title amidst a closely contested battle with Manchester City and Liverpool.
The England international is set to feature later today as Arsenal squares off against Tottenham Hotspur at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, aiming to extend their lead at the summit of the league standings.
Bukayo Saka
Bukayo Saka
EnglandThis season he played in total 33 times for 2744 minutes for Premier League.
Bukayo Saka scored 15 goals for Arsenal. He procured 7 assists. He received 3 yellow cards and no red cards.
His team is currently 1st in Premier League. In the last match Arsenal won 5-0 against Chelsea. The next match in Premier League will be against AFC Bournemouth.
Arsenal performance and stats
Arsenal is currently 1st in the Premier League with 77 points.
In the last 34 games, it has won 24 times, drawn 5 times, and lost 5 times. In its last match, Arsenal won 5-0 against Chelsea.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 82 goals and conceding 26.
Arsenal will play the next match in Premier League against AFC Bournemouth on Saturday 4th of May in London.
