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Arsenal star Bukayo Saka 'responds' to Rio Ferdinand's claim that he isn't world-class

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Published 22:16 24 Feb 2024 GMT

Arsenal star Bukayo Saka 'responds' to Rio Ferdinand's claim that he isn't world-class

Bukayo Saka starred as Arsenal thrashed Newcastle United in the Premier League.

Marcus Chan

Marcus Chan

Bukayo Saka appeared to respond to Rio Ferdinand’s claim that the Arsenal star isn’t a world-class player.

Recently, former Manchester United and England defender Ferdinand received criticism from Arsenal fans after claiming Saka is not world-class, saying: “Not yet. Listen, I think Saka’s been unreal. I actually think he needs a bit of a rest, so many games for a young kid.

“But I think, it’s almost like what is world-class? He hasn’t done it in the Champions League, has he? I’m talking in the nitty-gritty stages. Saka’s top, don’t get me wrong. He’s not world-class yet.”

On Saturday evening, Saka scored a brilliant solo goal as Arsenal made Premier League history during their emphatic 4-1 win over Newcastle United.

After the match, Saka was interviewed by TNT Sports reporter Jules Breach.

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When discussing Saka’s goal, Breach appeared to bring up Ferdinand’s claim, she said: “16 goals now this season, how about that finish as well, some would call it world-class.”

Saka laughed and said: “No comment. I am happy with another goal today and more importantly happy to win.

“I am working hard every day and giving my best. Obviously I have great teammates giving me good passes which helps as well.

“We have been working hard and there is a lot of quality going forward and it is starting to click now - we just need to continue with this [form].”

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Saka's Arsenal teammate Havertz said: “I think it was very important [to win] it was a tough game on Wednesday and we wanted to win today - we did well today.

“It's always nice to play here [Emirates]. The fans give us so much energy that so important for us - it gives us a big boost. Crucial to win games and we have to put pressure on [Liverpool and Man City] and that is what we will do.”

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Arsenal will be back in Premier League action when they take on Sheffield United on 4 March.

Featured Image Credit: TNT Sports

Topics: Arsenal, Bukayo Saka, Premier League, Rio Ferdinand, Football

Marcus Chan
Marcus Chan

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