Bukayo Saka showcased his remarkable talent once again as Arsenal triumphed over French side Monaco with a convincing 3-0 victory in the UEFA Champions League. The match took place at the Emirates Stadium, where Saka made a significant impact by scoring two goals and providing an assist.
Arsenal initially held the upper hand, but Monaco pressed hard in the second half, creating chances to equalize. However, a defensive error allowed Arsenal to double their lead late in the match, with Kai Havertz adding a third goal shortly after. Young gun Myles Lewis-Skelly, at just 18 years and 76 days, became the youngest player to start a Champions League match for Arsenal since Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain in 2011. He contributed positively to the game by assisting Saka’s first goal in the 34th minute.
Despite Monaco’s efforts, which included some tense moments for Arsenal in the second half, they couldn’t capitalize on their chances. A slip-up from Monaco’s defense in the 78th minute paved the way for Saka to score his second goal easily. The match concluded with a quick free-kick resulting in a goal for Saka that was credited as an assist to Havertz.
Statistically, Bukayo Saka has stood out in the Premier League this season, being involved in 21 goals—only Mohamed Salah has more. Impressively, Saka has scored or assisted in five different Champions League matches for Arsenal since last season, revealing his critical role in the team’s success.
This victory keeps Arsenal firmly in contention within the tournament, positioned comfortably in third place, which bodes well for their hopes of automatic qualification. The Gunners have now won seven of their last eight home matches in the Champions League, showing remarkable defense with clean sheets in each of these victories.
As fans look forward to the continuing Champions League campaign, this match underscores the young talent within Arsenal’s squad and the potential for more memorable performances ahead.
Overall, this win not only highlights Arsenal’s current strength under Mikel Arteta but also their capability of nurturing young talents like Saka and Lewis-Skelly, setting a promising tone for the season.