Bukayo Saka played a starring role in Arsenal’s 4-1 victory over Newcastle at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday and sent a cheeky message to Rio Ferdinand after the match.
Bukayo Saka has chosen not to challenge Rio Ferdinand’s claims that he is “not world class” after his brilliant performance against Newcastle.
The Arsenal academy graduate shone in the Gunners’ 4-1 win on Saturday afternoon. He scored Arsenal’s third goal of the game and his 16th goal of the season in all competitions.
He has also increased his scoring record to seven goals in his last five Premier League appearances. Asked by TNT Sports if his hitting was “world class,” he laughed and said, “No comment.
“I’m happy to score again today, and above all I’m happy to win. I work hard every day and give my best. Of course, I have great teammates who give me good passes, so that also helps. It will be.”
Saka gave a muted response after an exchange between former Manchester United defender Ferdinand and an Arsenal fan. He suggested that Saka is not the best player in the world.
Asked if he is world class, Ferdinand said: “Not yet. Listen, I think Saka has been unreal. I actually think he needs a bit of a rest. A lot of games for a young kid. “I need it,” he answered.
“But I think it’s like, what is world class? He hasn’t achieved that in the Champions League, has he? I’m talking at a nitty-gritty stage. Top of Saka, misunderstood Please don’t do that. He’s the best.” He’s not world class yet. ”
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Ferdinand then doubled down on his claims on a flight to Porto for the Gunners’ Champions League match. He traveled with many Arsenal supporters and had the opportunity to speak to them over the tannoy of the plane.
In a video shared on social media, Ferdinand said: “I just want to say it was really fun traveling with all you Arsenal fans,” Ferdinand said, to cheers.
He added: “I have to say, Saka is a great player but he’s not world class yet. He’ll be, but he’s not world class yet.” sparked a chant.
One person who has already disputed Ferdinand’s claims is Arsenal legend Thierry Henry. He has already suggested that Saka is one of the best players in world football.
“You don’t need to win the Premier League title to be world class,” said the Frenchman. “Whatever you throw at them is effective. They have to be world class.”
Saka will aim to make Ferdinand eat his words for the rest of the campaign. The Gunners now have to wait for their next Premier League match against Sheffield United at Bramall Lane on March 4. If Wideman can score one more goal in the league this season, it will be the most prolific season of his career to date. .
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