October 27th 2024.
Former English football player Alan Shearer had nothing but praise for one specific player on the Arsenal team. In his opinion, Bukayo Saka's performance during their match against Liverpool was a clear indication of how much the team has missed him. Saka had been sidelined due to an injury sustained while playing for the national team, causing him to miss their last two games against Bournemouth and Shakhtar Donetsk.
But on Sunday, Saka made his return to the starting lineup against their Premier League rivals, Liverpool. And he did not disappoint. The 23-year-old scored his third goal of the season in the early stages of the game, showcasing his talent and causing problems for Liverpool's left-back, Andy Robertson. Shearer believes that Saka's absence, along with injuries and suspensions to other key players, has affected Arsenal's performance in recent weeks.
"He's an excellent player, I love his attitude," Shearer commented during an interview with Premier League Productions. "He's been out for two games before today, which is rare for him in the past five years. Considering the physicality of the game and how many times he gets knocked around, you can't help but admire his attitude and everything about him." Shearer was impressed with Saka's abilities and his goal, which helped give Arsenal the lead in the first half.
Former Arsenal striker Ian Wright was equally impressed with Saka's consistency since his debut for the first team. "He's been in the side since he was just 17 years old, not just for Arsenal but also for England. He's been playing at a high standard," Wright stated. He also expressed his frustration with people constantly comparing Saka to other players who have only been performing well for a short period of time. "Saka has been doing it for almost five years now, and he's been consistent with his performances. I'm just happy to see him continue to showcase his abilities at such a high level."
However, despite his outstanding performance, Saka was left feeling disappointed at the end of the game. He believed that Arsenal had let Liverpool back into the game in the second half. "We're a bit disappointed. Credit to Liverpool, they're a great team, but we feel like we didn't show our best selves for the full 90 minutes," Saka shared with Sky Sports. He acknowledged that they dominated the first half but failed to maintain their momentum in the second half, allowing Liverpool to gain control of the game.
In the end, Liverpool managed to equalize and secure a draw, leaving Saka and his team frustrated. But despite the disappointment, Saka remains a vital player for Arsenal, consistently showcasing his talent and helping the team in their matches. His performance against Liverpool was just another example of his abilities, and his team will surely be happy to have him back in the lineup.
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