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The stats behind Bukayo Saka’s incredible start to the season
Saka has been one of Arsenal's big profiles this season and now he is showing his worth for England too.
Saka is undoubtedly one of the biggest profiles in the Premier League right now and we’ve looked at the young forward’s stats from this season
Saka has developed into a top player under Arteta this season and is regarded as one of the world's best wingers. Arteta has publicly stated that they have worked on his confidence after the heat he experienced from the English population after his missed penalty in the final for the Euro Cup final.
His playing style has been developed and his strengths on the pitch this season have been:
Saka’s strengths:
- Dribbles
- Finishing
- Key passes
- Crossing
Saka’s stats for Arsenal 2022/23:
Games: 20
Goals: 5
Assists: 6
Shots per game: 2.1
Key passes per game: 2.1
Dribbles per game: 1.4
His good form has meant that Southgate has chosen Saka in his starting line-up for the World Cup. Saka has played 2 games and scored 2 goals, so he is one of the reasons why England are already further in the tournament.
Saka’s stats at the World Cup for England:
Games: 2
Goals: 2
Shots per game: 2.1
Key passes per game: 1.3
Dribbles per game: 0.5
Saka has already regained respect and become a fan favorite with the English fans and if he keep up the good work for England for the rest of the tournament, England could possibly go and become an outsider for the title.