Saka Silences Critics with Clinical Finish
Arsenal star Bukayo Saka provided the perfect response to his manager's public challenge by breaking the deadlock for England in their World Cup qualifier against Serbia at Wembley Stadium. The 24-year-old winger swept home a clinical finish just before the half-hour mark, illuminating what had been a drab encounter on Thursday night.
Tuchel's Public Challenge
This crucial international strike comes just weeks after Thomas Tuchel publicly demanded more goals from the Gunners' talisman. Following England's 3-0 victory over Wales, the Arsenal manager had questioned Saka's goal tally at international level, putting the forward under the spotlight.
Speaking to talkSPORT about these comments, Saka showed remarkable maturity. "I 100 percent agree with him," Saka stated. "So, yeah, let's go for more." He acknowledged the quality within the England squad, emphasising that "just being on the pitch for me I think is enough" given the creative players around him.
Proving His Worth on the International Stage
Despite recently becoming Arsenal's highest scorer for England with his 13th goal for the Three Lions, Saka accepted there was room for improvement. His first-half strike against Serbia not only answered his club manager's call but also demonstrated his growing importance to Gareth Southgate's side as they build towards the World Cup.
The goal showcased Saka's evolving predatory instincts in front of goal, a quality Tuchel is keen to develop further. This timely contribution in England's penultimate World Cup qualifier reinforces his value to both club and country as he continues to mature into one of England's most dependable attacking threats.
