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WHAT HAPPENED?
Saka made his first appearance in over three months during Arsenal’s 2-1 victory against Fulham on Tuesday. The match took place at the Emirates Stadium. Saka came on as a substitute in the 66th minute to a rapturous reception from the home crowd and scored a goal just seven minutes later, heading in an acrobatic flick from Gabriel Martinelli at the back post. This marked a remarkable comeback for the winger after being sidelined due to a hamstring injury sustained in December against Crystal Palace. His goal turned out to be decisive in locking in Arsenal’s victory.
A section of Arsenal fans at the Emirates provided vocal support throughout the game, and Saka expressed feeling “grateful” for the reception and love he received upon his return. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta described it as “a beautiful moment,” acknowledging how much Saka is respected and admired by the fans and his team.
WHAT NEXT FOR ARSENAL?
The second-placed Gunners, who currently sit twelve points behind Premier League leaders Liverpool, will travel to Goodison Park to face 15th-placed Everton on Saturday. Arsenal will then turn their attention to their Champions League quarterfinal clash with Real Madrid, with the first leg taking place on Tuesday, April 8, at the Emirates. Following that, Arsenal face Brentford in the Premier League before heading to Madrid for the return leg.
Saka’s return comes at a crucial time as the calendar and the chase for silverware enter their decisive stages and the Gunners will try to get all the weapons they get to reach the season’s goals.
