0 Goals, 0 Assists, 0 Impact: Bukayo Saka produces forgettable stats in Arsenal's UCL exit vs Bayern

A dejected Bukayo Saka after Arsenal is a doubt for the United game (Photo Credit: Imago)

0 Goals, 0 Assists, 0 Impact: Bukayo Saka produces forgettable stats in Arsenal's UCL exit vs Bayern

Izuchukwu Akawor 09:28 - 18.04.2024

Bukayo Saka failed to make an impact as Arsenal's Champions League run came to an end with a 3-2 aggregate defeat to Bayern Munich.

Bukayo Saka, Arsenal's promising young star, was unable to make an impact as the Gunners crashed out of the UEFA Champions League quarterfinals against Bayern Munich after a 1-0 defeat on the night and 3-2 on aggregate.

Despite playing the full 90 minutes in the second leg, the 22-year-old failed to live up to his usual high standards, putting in a largely anonymous display that summed up Arsenal's overall struggles on the night. 

Zero-Star Saka fails against Bayern 

Despite being given the full 90 minutes to showcase his talents, the winger was unable to make any meaningful contributions, recording a disappointing statline of 0 goals, 0 assists, 0 shots, 0 chances created, 0 accurate crosses from 4 attempts, and 0 successful dribbles from 3 attempts.

Saka's inability to influence the crucial second-leg clash will undoubtedly be a source of frustration for both the player and his manager, Mikel Arteta, as Arsenal's dreams of European glory came crashing down.

Bukayo Saka failed to create a single chance and make an attempt against Bayern Munich.
Bukayo Saka failed to create a single chance and make an attempt against Bayern Munich. (Photo Credit: Arsenal/X)

The Gunners' exit from the Champions League is a significant setback in their overall progress, and Saka's subdued performance will only serve to highlight the team's lack of experience at this level of competition.

As Arsenal now turn their attention to the Premier League and their pursuit of the title, Saka will need to quickly put this disappointment behind him and rediscover the form that has made him one of the most exciting young talents in world football.

Joshua Kimmich celebrate the decisive winner with his teammates
Joshua Kimmich celebrate the decisive winner with his teammates. (Photo Credit: Bayern/X)

The experience of playing in a high-pressure Champions League quarterfinal will undoubtedly be a valuable lesson for the England international, and he will be keen to use it as motivation to come back stronger in future European campaigns.

For now, the focus must be on ensuring Arsenal secure their place in next season's Champions League, and Saka will be crucial to that mission.

But the young winger's inability to influence the tie against Bayern Munich will be a bitter pill to swallow as the Gunners' European dream for this season comes to a premature end.

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