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Arsenal with and without Bukayo Saka: Difference in how Gunners have performed with star fit or injured
TL;DR
Bukayo Saka's fitness significantly impacts Arsenal's performance in the Premier League and Champions League. His absence has hindered the team's silverware chase during the 2025/26 season.
Key points
- Bukayo Saka is a key player for Arsenal.
- Saka's injuries have affected Arsenal's performance.
- Arsenal is competing for the Premier League and Champions League.
- The 2025/26 season has seen Saka struggle with fitness.
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Bukayo Saka has grown into one of the most influential stars not only in the Premier League, but indeed global football.
The 24-year-old has blossomed into a game-changer since coming up from the Arsenal youth setup to become a Gunners regular, while emerging as a consistent starter for England during the Three Lions' most consistent run of tournament performances for more than half a century.
As Arsenal push for the Premier League and Champions League crowns in the 2025/26 season, Saka's continued struggles to stay fit and available for selection have hampered the second half of their silverware chase and highlighted the difference in Arsenal's performances with their star forward on the pitch versus the games he's been forced to miss.
The Sporting News takes a deeper look at how Arsenal have performed both with Saka healthy and firing, and when he has been forced to miss the action.
MORE:Latest Arsenal injury updates and team news ahead of their next match
Arsenal with and without Bukayo Saka
Q&A
How has Bukayo Saka's injury affected Arsenal's performance?
Saka's injury has led to a noticeable decline in Arsenal's performance, impacting their chances in both the Premier League and Champions League.
What are Arsenal's chances of winning the Premier League without Saka?
Without Saka, Arsenal's chances of winning the Premier League have diminished, as his presence is crucial for their attacking strategy.
What season is Bukayo Saka struggling with injuries?
Bukayo Saka is struggling with injuries during the 2025/26 season, affecting his availability for Arsenal.
How does Bukayo Saka's performance compare to Arsenal's overall results?
Arsenal's results have been significantly better when Saka is on the pitch compared to when he is sidelined due to injury.
