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Saka has broken a 26-year record at Arsenal

Saka played this ball through to Andreas Pereira

Saka played this ball through to Andreas Pereira

The England forward inadvertently played Andreas Pereira through on goal and Aaron Ramsdale was left stranded as Arsenal surrendered a shock lead to the visitors.

It came on a historic day for Saka, who has played 83 games in a row for Arsenal, a remarkable feat for the forward – who is still just 21

The England international has played every Premier League game for the last two seasons, as well as the first three matches of the season this year.

But that has also included every FA Cup game and Carabao Cup game, as well, cementing himself as arguably Arteta’s most important player.

It sees him break Merson’s record of 82 matches played in a row, that was made 26 years ago in 1997.

The last time Saka was not named in Arsenal’s starting XI was in December 2021 when he was on the bench for a Carabao Cup game against Sunderland.

And it is no surprise considering the unbelievable talent that the youngster has after his best professional season last year.

Saka has been one of the most important players at Arsenal in recent years.

Saka has been one of the most important players at Arsenal in recent years

Saka has been one of the most important players at Arsenal in recent years

Merson had played 82 games in a row, making the record in 1997

Merson had played 82 games in a row, making the record in 1997

In 48 matches for Arsenal, he scored 15 times and made 11 assists as the north London outfit missed out narrowly on the Premier League title.

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Saka’s importance to the squad was underlined by Arteta after he signed a new contract earlier this year.

Arteta said: “The club has done a great job.

“He’s a crucial player for us who represents our club in the best possible way. Hopefully there are a few more to come.”

Coincidentally, Saka made his Premier League debut on New Year’s Day in 2019 against Fulham, Arsenal’s opponents this Saturday.

He came on as a substitution in the 83rd minute for Alex Iwobi when Unai Emery was in charge.

And while the now-Aston Villa boss placed plenty of trust in the winger, it was Arteta that has given him the role of star man since becoming Gunners boss.