It's a deliberate tactic ever since Arteta took over . Xhaka plays almost like a LCB in a back 3 . Saka was infact very cautious as he didn't go as forward as Kolasinac does . He made a number of good tackles and clearances and I remember in the first half he body checked Fleck and set up a very good chance.He has been playing well but I’m not sure you can properly judge. Xhaka does a lot of work down that side when he’s playing and it seems like this is a tactical decision. How would he deal with it if he was as exposed as Kolasinac or Tierney? Also are we taking away from our midfield play by having Xhaka do this?
Compare Xhaka’s heat map today to when Kolasinac is playing.
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Bukayo Saka: 2019/20 Performances
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No reason why he can't break into the team as a regular playing left back before eventually becoming our main left wing option. I feel like a lot Saka potential lies in his physical development, give it three or four off seasons in the gym and he will be going past defenders with ease whilst bouncing off most of their challenges.
He is only 18 and no decisions need to be made about his position for a few seasons yet and in the mean time if we can get him minutes wherever possible we should look to do that. Which given how he has gone at left back so far there is no reason why he can't play there for the time being.
He is only 18 and no decisions need to be made about his position for a few seasons yet and in the mean time if we can get him minutes wherever possible we should look to do that. Which given how he has gone at left back so far there is no reason why he can't play there for the time being.
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He already does this tbf
He already does this tbf
He does but I don't think he knows how strong he is already. Which he is only going to get stronger and once he develops the confidence to go with it he is going to be a very good player.
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Apparently most of Chelsea's attacks came down his side. Barely noticed.
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This lad’s the future. Absolute f*cking trooper.
Had Hudson-Odoi in his pocket all night long and had Azpilicueta on toast down that flank.
Had Hudson-Odoi in his pocket all night long and had Azpilicueta on toast down that flank.
That was a performance full of defiance and grit, even when he was knackered. Showed so much heart. Can see once he balances the attacking side of this new role, he's gonna end up being a real superstar.
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At some point, in the distant or not so distant future, Saka and Martinelli will absolutely explode and beat players for fun.
Elite talents and it seems like they've also become close friends.
Elite talents and it seems like they've also become close friends.
From what I noticed it was mostly Odoi dribbling past Martinelli and crossing it quick(badly).
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Felt like they troubled usu a little bit in first 15 minute. But after that we defended that left flank very well!
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Saka has been solid at LB every game I've seen. I was saying yesterday that he's been better than Kola so I wasn't too fussed about the latter being out. He's one of those players that doesn't seem to dip, he's just on it all the time. Huge potential!
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He is starting to bullying grown men at age 18. Amazing durability and physique! Just seems to be very solid! I think if he wants to he can be similar to Wan-Bissaka, solid full back, maybe a bit less defensively but better attacking wise!
I still believe he can do well as wide forward though and don't want us to give up entirely on the idea of playing him there!
I have high hopes for this kid!
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Absolute beast. Got such incredible quick feet and burst of pace. Once again his final ball let him down in the first minute of the game, could have been 1-0 up, but that's the only nitpick I can think of.
Love this guy already out of position 18 years old no experience at all in top level and he play like he is he got it all keep it up Saka. he badly need a rest by the way can't overplay him or he'll get typical muscular injury
He makes a fair point but he’s worth more to us as a winger and I don’t think he should be considered a LB. That spot should be Tierney’s going forward.
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I agree, I'm not suggesting he should be a LB, just pointing out that he's very dependable. Its great to have a player who can adapt to defence and attack with such ease. I guess that's what makes a top full back anyway, attack is just as important as defence and Saka getting forward allows the lethal Martinelli to cut in. I'd also be happy to see Saka Martinelli Pepe when we need to rest Auba.
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Yeah, it's great seeing him do well and show versatility, spirit and fight as a LB, but his pace and strength and actual wing play attributes will serve him well as an attacker. It's hard to believe he doesn't have a big future at the club. Any decent LB will be lucky to have him in front of them.
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