FIFA World Cup 2022: Rok Saka, Toh Rok Lo!
Updated On: 23 November, 2022 08:05 AM IST | Mumbai | Ashwin Ferro
England’s 21-year-old forward Bukayo promises more after twin strikes in 6-2 victory over Iran overshadow his Euro 2020 penalty failure; says family, friends and teammates helped him overcome online racial abuse
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England’s Bukayo Saka celebrates his goal against Iran. Pic/Getty Images
Bukayo Saka closed his eyes as he stepped onto the pitch for England’s World Cup opener against Iran on Monday. He was probably praying that he continues his fine Arsenal club form for his country in the world’s biggest football competition. For England’s multi-million pound players, failure is a tough path to tread.
Redemption indeed
Saka knows what it’s like to fail for England. He missed a penalty in the 2020 Euro final against Italy, where England almost brought the cup home. Consequently, he was racially abused online. Since then however, the speedy and skilful forward has excelled for country and club. He has had five goals this season and six assists as Arsenal (37 points) currently lead the Premiership by five points over the mighty Manchester City with 14 games on the board. The last Arsenal player to score a goal for England in a World Cup match was defender Sol Campbell way back in 2002.
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