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Bukayo Saka offers verdict on Viktor Gyokeres’ Arsenal debut

Ruben Amorim defends Altay Bayindir after Man Utd keeper blunder boosts Arsenal
  • Arsenal secured a 1-0 victory over Manchester United in their Premier League opener at Old Trafford.
  • Riccardo Calafiori scored the decisive goal in the 13th minute, capitalising on an error by United's goalkeeper Altay Bayindir.
  • Despite the win, Arsenal's performance was described as 'not great' by Bukayo Saka, who admitted the team was sloppy and second best.
  • The Gunners' new £55 million striker, Viktor Gyokeres, had a difficult debut, struggling to make an impact before being substituted.
  • Bukayo Saka was however impressed by their new striker, noting he “battled” for the team and gave the club “something to build on”.
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