After walking out of England’s Nations League match against Greece, Bukayo Saka gave Arsenal cause for concern regarding injuries.
WHAT HAPPENED?
Saka limped out of England’s clash with Greece at Wembley, just minutes after the Three Lions fell 1-0 behind. The Arsenal winger was treated by medics and was replaced by Noni Madueke.
THE BIGGER PICTURE
Saka, who has recorded an incredible seven assists in addition to two goals, has been a key component of Arsenal’s outstanding early-season performance. The Gunners will now have to wait anxiously to see out how serious the problem is as he has only failed to offer a goal involvement in one game, a 4-2 victory over Leicester.
DID YOU KNOW?
Since missing a competitive match in October 2023 due to a thigh ailment, Saka has established himself as a mainstay for England. The match was a European Championship qualifier against Italy.
WHAT NEXT?
England play Finland this weekend. Arsenal will hope to have some degree of clarity on Saka’s fitness by then.