Mikel Arteta's Key Remarks on Bukayo Saka After Leverkusen Match Substitution

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Arteta Defends Bukayo Saka After Off-Game vs Leverkusen: 'We Fully Trust Him'

Arsenal's Bukayo Saka (PC: AP)

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News18•13-03-2026, 22:25

Arteta Defends Bukayo Saka After Off-Game vs Leverkusen: 'We Fully Trust Him'

•Mikel Arteta expressed full trust in Bukayo Saka despite his rare off-game against Bayer 04 Leverkusen in the UEFA Champions League.
•Saka was substituted on the hour mark; Noni Madueke's entry led to a penalty for Kai Havertz's 89th-minute equalizer.
•Arteta praised Saka's "incredible" impact for Arsenal, stating that even top players have off days.
•Arteta urged Arsenal to keep pushing to maintain their Premier League lead, currently 6 points clear with Man City having a game in hand.
•Crucial upcoming matches include Everton, Leverkusen (2nd leg), and the League Cup final against Manchester City.

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