Phil Foden has stated that Bukayo Saka is ‘really good’ at being in the right place at the right time after he assisted the Arsenal academy product during England’s 3-0 win over Senegal on Sunday at the Qatar World Cup.
The Manchester City playmaker spoke about nutmegging Chelsea defender Kalidou Koulibaly on his way to assisting a lovely low-cross to Saka in the second half, which he dinked over Edouard Mendy at the first-time of asking.
That goal was Saka’s third of the tournament, as the 21-year-old, after a stunning start to the Premier League season, continues to grow on the world stage.
Gareth Southgate made a big call to start both players before a ball was kicked because he has previously favoured Mason Mount, whilst Marcus Rashford netted three during the group stages.
Either way, the correct call was made, as Foden spoke about his link-up with one of Arsenal’s brightest talents, as he told ITV Sport.
“I saw him lingering around in the box,” said Foden. “I saw Koulibaly come across and I managed to get the cross through his legs.
“Bukayo’s really good at that. Being in the right place at the right time. I was happy that I found him.”
SAKA AND FODEN TALENTS
At 21 and 22, respectively, England have well over a decade to watch two generational talents rip it up for their country and on the domestic stage.
Someone like Mikel Arteta has had the pleasure to work with both players, up close and personal, whilst Gareth Southgate is blessed to use both of them in the same team.
From a silky first touch to their expert ball-carrying ability, these are players that just could become some of the best in the world when they start hitting their prime in years to come.
Add someone like Jude Bellingham to boot then this so-called ‘impossible job’, which has been tagged on managers who have taken the England role over the years, becomes a lot easier because of the enormous talent at England’s disposal.
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