Tag: Bukayo Saka

Bukayo Saka plays for Arsenal Football Club. The English forward is a product of the Arsenal Academy system. Saka wears the number 7 shirt for Arsenal. He was born on September 5, 2001.

Bukayo Saka (Photo via Twitter / ArsenalAcademy)

Bukayo Saka makes Europa League Team of the Week

Bukayo Saka scored one and assisted two more for the Arsenal first team on Thursday, and it’s fair to say not many reporting on the youth teams would’ve been surprised.

Arsenal player ratings vs Frankfurt: Saka stars, Martinez makes assured return

Bukayo Saka starred as Arsenal recorded a 3-0 away victory over Frankfurt that was less convincing than it sounds.
Bukayo Saka with England (Photo via Instagram / BukayoSaka87)

Bukayo Saka appears at left-back with England u19s: Should Arsenal use him there?

Bukayo Saka started at left-back for the England u19s on Monday, a change from his usual role as a winger with Arsenal.
DUBLIN, IRELAND - SEPTEMBER 05: Granit Xhaka of Switzerland celebrates the goal of Fabian Schar during the UEFA Euro 2020 qualifier between Republic of Ireland and Switzerland at Aviva Stadium on September 05, 2019 in Dublin, Ireland. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

7 senior appearances, 1 withdrawal, 2 injuries: Arsenal international break roundup

The international break is over for the Arsenal contingent away with their countries, so here's a quick roundup of how it all went.
Bukayo Saka with England (Photo via Instagram / BukayoSaka87)

Watch: Bukayo Saka wins penalty with excellent run for England u19s

Bukayo Saka won a penalty for England on Thursday with an excellent run, as the Arsenal youth players started their international break strongly.
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - AUGUST 11: Henrikh Mkhitaryan of Arsenal battles for possession with Javier Manquillo of Newcastle United during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Arsenal FC at St. James Park on August 11, 2019 in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)

Mkhitaryan and Iwobi departures puts faith in Arsenal’s youth to step up

Henrikh Mkhitaryan and Alex Iwobi's departures this summer mean Arsenal now have no choice but to put deserved faith in their talented crop of youth players.
ST ALBANS, ENGLAND - APRIL 23: of Arsenal during a training session at London Colney on April 23, 2019 in St Albans, England. (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Bukayo Saka joins first-team training ahead of North London derby

17-year-old Bukayo Saka joined the Arsenal first team in training ahead of the North London derby, and he was even on the winning team in their practice match.
Bukayo Saka scoring the opening goal against Colorado Rapids in Arsenal's pre-season friendly (Photo via Instagram / Arsenal)

5 Arsenal academy players ready to step up to the first team this season

As we prepare for the new season, let's take a look at which of Arsenal's academy players are likely to make the leap to the first-team this campaign.
Gabriel Martinelli after scoring his first goal for Arsenal on his friendly debut against Colorado Rapids (Photo via Instagram / ga_martinelli01)

Player ratings vs Colorado Rapids: Teenagers shine in dominant opening victory

Arsenal overcame Colorado Rapids 3-0 in their opening senior pre-season friendly, with an extremely youthful team producing the goods.

5 Arsenal academy prospects who should join the first team for pre-season

As Arsenal prepare to travel to the USA for the start of their pre-season tour, we're looking at which academy prospects should be joining them on the trip.
Reiss Nelson (Photo via Twitter / ReissNelson9)

5 Arsenal youth players who could step up given limited transfer budget without CL

After Arsenal's disappointing failure to secure Champions League football, it's looking like the club are going to have to be a bit more creative on the market this summer, including putting some faith in youth.

Who are the 5 Arsenal u23s in the club’s Europa League final travelling squad?

When Arsenal announced their 24-man travelling party heading to Baku for the Europa League final on Saturday, there were a few names that would've been more familiar to followers of the u23s.
BOREHAMWOOD, ENGLAND - JANUARY 17: Bukayo Saka of Arsenal scores his sides second goal from the penalty spot during the FA Youth Cup Fourth Round between Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur at Meadow Park on January 17, 2019 in Borehamwood, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Goals & Assists! All 24 from teenage Arsenal star on verge of first-team

Bukayo Saka has had an incredible season with the Arsenal academy, and he only seems to be getting better as he goes on.

5 Arsenal academy youngsters in training ahead of Europa League final

Eddie Nketiah, Joe Willock, Bukayo Saka, Xavier Amaechi and Deyan Iliev are in first-team training ahead of the Europa League final, and appear likely to be part of the squad for the trip.
BRISTOL, ENGLAND - MARCH 21: Krystian Bielik of Poland and Reiss Nelson of England share a joke after the U21 International Friendly match between England and Poland at Ashton Gate on March 21, 2019 in Bristol, England. (Photo by Harry Trump/Getty Images)

David Ornstein: Arsenal will look to integrate young players into the first team next...

Arsenal will look to integrate young players into the first team next season, according to the BBC's David Ornstein.
LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 15: Ian Maatsen of Chelsea stretches for the ball that Bukayo Saka of Arsenal controls during the Premier League 2 match between Chelsea and Arsenal at Stamford Bridge on April 15, 2019 in London, England. (Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images)

Bukayo Saka and Xavier Amaechi pulled out of England youth squads at Arsenal’s request

Bukayo Saka and Xavier Amaechi have been pulled out of the England youth teams at Arsenal's request, Daily Cannon sources have confirmed.

Watch: Arsenal Academy Top Five Goals of the Season

Arsenal's youth stars have scored plenty of goals this season, but let's have a look at our top five for the campaign.
BOREHAMWOOD, ENGLAND - JANUARY 17: Bukayo Saka of Arsenal scores his sides second goal from the penalty spot during the FA Youth Cup Fourth Round between Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur at Meadow Park on January 17, 2019 in Borehamwood, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Watch: Every goal and assist from Arsenal youth winger Bukayo Saka this season

Bukayo Saka has had an incredible season with the Arsenal academy, and he only seems to be getting better as he goes on.
DERBY, ENGLAND - MAY 07: Bukayo Saka of Arsenal is fouled by Eiran Cashin of Derby during the match between Derby County U18 and Arsenal U18 in the U18 Premier League Play Off at Pride Park on May 7, 2019 in Derby, England. (Photo by David Price/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Watch: Bukayo Saka scores twice despite u18 final defeat – start him against Burnley?

Arsenal u18s fell to a disappointing final defeat to Derby on Tuesday, after a fantastic season overall, but Bukayo Saka still made his mark on the game in style.

Arsenal appoint Ken Gillard permanent u18s coach

Arsenal have appointed Ken Gillard as their permanent u18s coach.
Reiss Nelson (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

Arsenal could add 5 players to squad from youth ranks and reserves

Arsenal could promote five players into the first team as they look to tighten their belts without Champions League football for a third season.
LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 15: Ian Maatsen of Chelsea stretches for the ball that Bukayo Saka of Arsenal controls during the Premier League 2 match between Chelsea and Arsenal at Stamford Bridge on April 15, 2019 in London, England. (Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images)

5 players Unai Emery should give a chance to against Burnley

Arsenal blew their lingering chances of a top-four finish with a frustrating draw against Brighton on Sunday, turning their final league game of the season into a dead rubber.
LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 15: Ian Maatsen of Chelsea stretches for the ball that Bukayo Saka of Arsenal controls during the Premier League 2 match between Chelsea and Arsenal at Stamford Bridge on April 15, 2019 in London, England. (Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images)

Bukayo Saka hits double figures for goals and assists after impressive u23 performance

Bukayo Saka scored his 12th goal and provided his 10th assist of the 2018/19 campaign against Leicester City on Friday, as he continues to push for senior opportunities.
ST ALBANS, ENGLAND - APRIL 23: of Arsenal during a training session at London Colney on April 23, 2019 in St Albans, England. (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Arsenal have a decision to make on Bukayo Saka this weekend

Arsenal have a decision to make on Bukayo Saka this weekend, as he could arguably feature in any one of three age groups for the Gunners.
ST ALBANS, ENGLAND - APRIL 23: of Arsenal during a training session at London Colney on April 23, 2019 in St Albans, England. (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

6 Arsenal youth stars train with first team ahead of Wolves clash

Six members of the Arsenal academy trained with the first team on Tuesday, ahead of the Premier League clash away to Wolves.

Arsenal u18s complete 3-2 comeback victory over Spurs to stay top of the league

Arsenal's u18s came back from 2-0 down in the final five minutes to defeat Tottenham Hotspur 3-2 on Tuesday, securing their position at the top of the table.
BOREHAMWOOD, ENGLAND - JANUARY 17: Bukayo Saka of Arsenal scores his sides second goal from the penalty spot during the FA Youth Cup Fourth Round between Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur at Meadow Park on January 17, 2019 in Borehamwood, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Watch: Bukayo Saka’s two goals for England u19s

Bukayo Saka scored two goals for the England u19s this week, as well as assisting one, and his finishes have drawn comparisons between the youngster and Leroy Sane.
HOUSTON, TX - SEPTEMBER 07: Martin Caceres #22 of Uruguay argues with referee Ismael Elfath after a penaltyb kick was given to Mexico in the first half during the International Friendly match between Mexico and Uruguay at NRG Stadium on September 7, 2018 in Houston, United States. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)

Arsenal senior and youth international round-up so far

After the first few days of the international break, let's have a look at how Arsenal's senior and youth stars are doing so far.
BOREHAMWOOD, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 21: Bukayo Saka of Arsenal shoots during the Premier League 2 match between Arsenal and Liverpool at Meadow Park on September 21, 2018 in Borehamwood, England. (Photo by Harriet Lander/Getty Images)

Bukayo Saka scores twice and assists once on full England u19 debut

Bukayo Saka scored his second goal and added an assist for the England u19s on Wednesday, despite having only played 125 minutes in total since stepping up to that level internationally.
Arthur Okonkwo playing for Arsenal u19s in the 2018 Dallas Cup

Arsenal included in Super Group announced for upcoming 2019 Dallas Cup

The Arsenal academy will travel to the USA for the 2019 Dallas Cup in April, after finishing as runners-up in the youth competition last season.

Xavier Amaechi and Bukayo Saka reach 13 combined goal contributions in 2019 alone

Xavier Amaechi and Bukayo Saka can't stop scoring and assisting for the Arsenal academy in 2019, and they must be putting pressure on Unai Emery to get more first-team chances now.
BOREHAMWOOD, ENGLAND - JANUARY 17: Bukayo Saka of Arsenal scores his sides second goal from the penalty spot during the FA Youth Cup Fourth Round between Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur at Meadow Park on January 17, 2019 in Borehamwood, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Bukayo Saka scores but Arsenal u18s crash out of FA Youth Cup

Bukayo Saka scored his fifth goal in four 2019 starts for the Arsenal academy on Saturday, but he couldn't prevent the young side crashing out of the FA Youth Cup in disappointing fashion.

Watch: Saka scores impressively and celebrates in front of the Spurs end

Bukayo Saka scored a brace as Arsenal won 5-2 against Tottenham Hotspur in the FA Youth Cup, with his second goal the pick of the lot.

Freddie Ljungberg: Bukayo Saka is improving off the ball as well as on it

Freddie Ljungberg says that whilst he's happy with Bukayo Saka's output in front of goal, he's also pleased to see the winger improving without the ball as well.
Qarabag's Azerbaijan defender Gara Garayev (L) vies with Arsenal's English striker Bukayo Saka during their UEFA Europa league Group E football match between Arsenal and FK Qarabag at the Emirates stadium in London on December 13, 2018. (Photo by Adrian DENNIS / AFP / Getty Images)

Bukayo Saka and Xavier Amaechi impress again: Could first team use them?

Bukayo Saka and Xavier Amaechi made another good case for first-team chances on Monday, as both scored in a 5-1 win over Manchester City's u23s.

Player ratings vs Blackpool: Arsenal win comfortably to progress to FA Cup fourth round

Arsenal made light work of their third-round FA Cup trip to Blackpool, coming away 3-0 winners in a game where they could've scored many more.
LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 13: Bukayo Saka of Arsenal in action during the UEFA Europa League Group E match between Arsenal and Qarabag FK at Emirates Stadium on December 13, 2018 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Marc Atkins/Getty Images)

Bukayo Saka ‘expected to start’ for Arsenal against Blackpool

Bukayo Saka is expected to make his second senior start of the season against Blackpool on Saturday, according to reports.
LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 01: Alexandre Lacazette of Arsenal celebrates after scoring his team's second goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Fulham FC at Emirates Stadium on January 1, 2019 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Arsenal 4-1 winners despite some nervy moments: Player ratings vs Fulham

Arsenal finished their first game of the new year 4-1 winners against Fulham at the Emirates Stadium, a scoreline which doesn't quite reflect how close the game was at times.
LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 13: Bukayo Saka of Arsenal in action during the UEFA Europa League Group E match between Arsenal and Qarabag FK at Emirates Stadium on December 13, 2018 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Marc Atkins/Getty Images)

Saka sets new records with Premier League debut

Bukayo Saka became the first player born in 2001 to feature in the Premier League when he came on as a second-half substitute for Arsenal against Fulham at the Emirates on New Year’s Day.
LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 13: Bukayo Saka of Arsenal in action during the UEFA Europa League Group E match between Arsenal and Qarabag FK at Emirates Stadium on December 13, 2018 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Marc Atkins/Getty Images)

Bukayo Saka turned down Chelsea and Spurs to join Arsenal

17-year-old academy star Bukayo Saka turned down Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur, Fulham and Watford to sign for Arsenal as a child.