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3 takeaways from Arsenal’s disappointing draw to West Ham

By Charles Binns

LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 16: Aaron Ramsdale of Arsenal punches the ball clear under pressure from Jarrod Bowen of West Ham United during the Premier League match between West Ham United and Arsenal FC at London Stadium on April 16, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)
LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 16: Aaron Ramsdale of Arsenal punches the ball clear under pressure from Jarrod Bowen of West Ham United during the Premier League match between West Ham United and Arsenal FC at London Stadium on April 16, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images) /
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It was an afternoon to forget for Bukayo Saka. (Photo by Chloe Knott – Danehouse/Getty Images)
It was an afternoon to forget for Bukayo Saka. (Photo by Chloe Knott – Danehouse/Getty Images) /

2. Bukayo Saka’s performance

Saka is a star. He represents everything that constitutes this modern Arsenal side. The young winger has been excellent this season but has been held to relatively quiet performances in the last two weeks.

Although Saka missed the penalty, which can happen to any world-class player, he was unable to get going in the first half. West Ham fought their way back into the game with a questionable penalty decision and a well-deserved Jarrod Bowen conversion that ultimately ensured Saka was never allowed to make his usual impact.

Arsenal fans should not be worried, Saka has been consistent for three seasons and will look to bounce back against Southampton.

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