June 11th 2024.
Football legends Thierry Henry and Wayne Rooney have both shared their admiration for the rising star, Bukayo Saka, as he prepares to represent England at Euro 2024. The Arsenal and Manchester United icons have praised Saka for his impressive performances both at club and international level, with the 22-year-old expected to play a key role for the Three Lions in the upcoming tournament.
Saka, along with the rest of the England squad, arrived in Germany on Monday ahead of their first group game against Serbia on Sunday. The versatile winger has been in top form for Arsenal, contributing 20 goals and 13 assists in 44 Premier League and Champions League matches last season. His stellar performances helped the Gunners challenge Manchester City for the title, and Saka's impressive development has not gone unnoticed by his fellow players and coaches.
Henry, who worked with Saka during his time at the Arsenal academy, expressed his surprise at the young star's growth. He also commended Saka for his response to the disappointing Euro 2020 final, where he missed a crucial penalty and faced despicable racial abuse. Henry believes that Saka's strong mentality and support system have played a vital role in his success.
Rooney, a former England captain, also had high praise for Saka, describing him as a game-changer and a fantastic player. He highlighted Saka's exceptional movement off the ball, which makes him a valuable asset to any team. Rooney believes that Saka's position on the right-wing for England is secure and that he has the ability to change the outcome of a match.
Despite coming on as a substitute in England's final warm-up game against Iceland, Saka is expected to start against Serbia on Sunday. The Three Lions will then face Denmark and Slovenia in their remaining group games, with hopes of progressing to the later stages of the tournament. Saka's impressive performances for both club and country have made him a key player for England, and he will be looking to continue his form in Germany over the next few weeks.
As the nation eagerly awaits the start of Euro 2024, many will have their eyes on Saka and his potential to help England end their 58-year wait for a major title. With the support and admiration of football legends like Thierry Henry and Wayne Rooney, Saka's future looks bright, and he will undoubtedly be a player to watch in the coming years.
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