Wed Sep 25 08:09:45 UTC 2024: ## Saka’s Deadly Accuracy from Corners Fuels Arsenal’s Unbeaten Run
Arsenal star Bukayo Saka has quietly been a force to be reckoned with from set pieces, equaling a legendary record with his recent assist against Manchester City.
Saka, who has been instrumental in Arsenal’s unbeaten start to the season, matched Thierry Henry’s record of assisting in the first five games of a campaign, a feat Henry achieved back in 2004/2005. With another assist against Leicester this weekend, Saka could break the record outright and inch closer to another Arsenal legend, Mesut Özil’s record of seven consecutive games with an assist.
Saka’s consistent delivery from corners has been a crucial factor in Arsenal’s success from set pieces. His pinpoint inswingers with deadly accuracy have proven incredibly difficult for opposition defenses to deal with, leading to several crucial goals for Arsenal, including Gabriel’s recent headers against Tottenham and Manchester City. While Gabriel has rightly received praise for his headers, Saka’s role in setting up those goals has often been overlooked.
Despite Declan Rice’s impressive corner-taking ability, Saka stands out with his consistent accuracy and precision. As Arsenal fans gear up for the Leicester match, they’ll be hoping to see Saka surpass Henry’s record and continue his impressive form from set pieces.
This quiet hero of Arsenal’s unbeaten run is proving to be a key player, not just through his assists but also his goal and his defensive contributions. As the season progresses, Saka’s impact from corners is sure to become an even bigger talking point.
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