October 23rd 2024.
William Gallas, a former Arsenal player, has expressed his concern about the recent performance of William Saliba, the current Arsenal defender. Gallas is worried that Saliba, who is only 23 years old, might be in need of a break. Saliba has been a crucial part of Arsenal's defense for the past two years, after finally getting his chance to shine in the first team. His impressive performances for the club have also earned him a spot in the France national team, despite initial doubts from their coach, Didier Deschamps.
However, after playing almost non-stop for both club and country for the past year, Saliba's game seems to be showing some cracks. In a recent Nations League game between France and Belgium, Saliba made a costly mistake that led to ridicule from fans and critics. And in a match against Bournemouth, he received his first red card ever for a professional foul on Evanilson. Despite helping his team keep a clean sheet in a Champions League match against Shakhtar Donetsk, Saliba will miss the upcoming game against Liverpool due to his suspension. But Gallas believes that this might be a blessing in disguise for the young defender.
Speaking about Arsenal's inconsistency, Gallas said, "The problem with Arsenal is always the same and it doesn't seem to change. When they play against big teams, every player gives 100%, but against smaller teams, some players are not at their best. I find it difficult to understand, but it's the truth." He also added, "Saliba's red card against Bournemouth was a big mistake, but if you want to win the Premier League title, you have to find a way to win such games. Losing to Bournemouth was their first defeat of the season, but it's still damaging."
Gallas believes that Arsenal cannot afford to drop points against smaller teams if they want to compete with the likes of Liverpool and Manchester City for the title. He also pointed out that Saliba's recent performances for both club and country have not been up to his usual standards, and he might need a break from the constant game time. "Players play so much these days, sometimes you need to rotate your team and give them a break. Saliba has been playing non-stop for the past two seasons, and he is still a young player. He looks like someone who needs a rest," said Gallas.
Gallas also emphasized the importance of beating smaller teams in the league, saying, "If you want to win the title, you have to beat these teams both home and away. Dropping points against them is just as bad as a loss because you know how strong Manchester City is." He also urged Arsenal to stop making excuses for their defeats, such as injuries to key players like Saka and Odegaard. Gallas believes that Arsenal has a strong squad and should be able to cope with such situations, just like Manchester City does.
Expressing his disappointment with Arsenal's recent performance, Gallas said, "I don't want them to let me down. Two years ago, I predicted that they would win the league, so please don't let me down, Arsenal!" He also reminded the fans that they can stay updated with all the latest Arsenal news, exclusives, and analysis by signing up for the club's newsletter. Gallas ended his interview by saying, "Let's hope Arsenal can turn things around and prove me right. Come on, Arsenal!"
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