Freddie Ljungberg hailed Buyako Saka after he starred in Arsenal's fightback at Standard LiegeFreddie Ljungberg hailed "amazing" Bukayo Sako for inspiring Arsenal's fightback at Standard Liege - but joked that the teenager had initially been miffed by the role he was asked to play. Interim boss Ljungberg deployed a back three in the game, with Saka forced into an unfamiliar left wing-back role, and while revealing the youngster at first seemed unimpressed, Ljungberg was left thrilled by his performance. Saka: Beautiful nightAlexandre Lacazette and Bukayo Saka scored as Arsenal came from two goals down to draw 2-2 in LiegeSaka admitted it was a "beautiful" feeling to make such an impact - and said confidence was growing in the camp. Finishing second in the group - and potentially drawing the likes of Inter Milan and Ajax - was looking more and more likely - until Bukayo Saka (and Vitoria!) 6 - Bukayo Saka has assisted six goals for Arsenal in all competitions this season, two more than any other Gunners player.
Source: Sky sports December 12, 2019 22:07 UTC