Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has compared Bukayo Saka’s style of play, which involves dribbling from the left and shooting to that of Lionel Messi.
The England international managed a goal. And an assist in the 2-0 win over Wolves on the opening day of the season to secure three points on the opening day of the season UFABET
Asked in his post-match press conference why teams weren’t trying to stop Saka, who cut inside and fired a left-footed shot. Arteta said the 22-year-old’s play was similar to Messi’s – predictable but almost unstoppable.
“You know with Messi. I know he’ll come here and pass there because he always does that – that’s the quality of the player.” Arteta replied.
For their next game, Arsenal will visit Aston Villa on Saturday, August 24.
Mikel Arteta compared Bukayo Saka to Lionel Messi as the winger’s goal and assist gave Arsenal’s title challenge a winning start against Wolves.
Saka’s style assisted Kai Havertz’s headed opener in the first half. Before scoring himself on 74 minutes via a sharp cut in and strike inside goalkeeper Jose Sa’s near post.
When asked why players can’t stop Saka cutting in on his left foot. Arteta said: ‘With good players, it’s like that.