“He’s the only reason why Arsenal will win premier league this season” – Pundit full of praise for Arsenal star who deserves the MAN OF THE MATCH ahead of Gabriel Jesus
In today’s thrilling encounter between Arsenal and Brighton at the Emirates Stadium, Jay Bothroyd couldn’t help but shower accolades on the dynamic Bukayo Saka. The Gunners, eager to bounce back from a recent 1-0 defeat at Villa Park, maintained an unchanged starting lineup from last week’s disappointment, showcasing continuity in Mikel Arteta’s tactical approach after a midweek European clash.
Known for their penchant for rapid starts at the Emirates, Arsenal dictated the early proceedings, strategically targeting Brighton’s James Milner. Despite the 37-year-old Milner’s reputation as a seasoned performer for the Seagulls, Saka, the youthful Arsenal sensation, proved to be a formidable force during the opening moments of the game.
As the Sky Sports News pundit covering the match, Bothroyd expressed his admiration for Saka’s exceptional qualities, particularly highlighting his “explosive” pace in the 10th minute. Animatedly describing Arsenal’s early dominance, Bothroyd remarked, “Arsenal have been on it since the start of the game, especially Saka. He looks so dangerous. He’s started off, he’s dribbling at Milner.”
In the face of Saka’s relentless attacks, Milner found himself in a quandary, struggling to anticipate the young winger’s unpredictable movements. Bothroyd dissected the action, noting, “Milner doesn’t know where he’s going. He’s one of them wingers who can come inside and go to the byline. He’s got to the byline a couple of times now. Brighton have made some very nervous clearances.”
Bothroyd’s analysis delved deeper into the challenge Milner faced, emphasizing Saka’s speed and agility. “Milner doesn’t know which way to go with Saka at the moment. He’s so explosive. He’s just receiving the ball and he’s standing him up, then just knocking it. Because he’s so fast, Milner can’t react. He hasn’t got that explosion anymore.”
This captivating display of skill and pace by Saka not only captivated the attention of the pundits but also added an extra layer of excitement to the unfolding narrative of the match, leaving fans eagerly anticipating more moments of brilliance from the young Arsenal prodigy.
