A North London derby in the 9th round of the Premier League, Arsenal defeated Tottenham 3-1. Thomas Patte scored in the world, while Jesus and Zach scored one goal each. With 21 points in 7 games, Arsenal has created the strongest start in the team in the past 15 years! Arteta's youth army kicked delicately and smoothly, full of youthful vitality.
Who is the MVP of this game? In the post-match comments by the Evening Flag, the best was awarded to the 21-year-old Saliba:
person's first North London derby, how outstanding Saliba played! Arsenal stood the test in the first half, but Saliba was calm and unhappy. 9 points, star player.
Check out Saliba's data - 71 passes 68 times in place, 11 regaining the ball (highest in the game), 7 confrontations 5 successes, 3 steals, 3 clearances, 0 passes, 1 successful pass.
21-year-old Saliba once again delivered a perfect performance. In the North London derby, Saliba faces Premier League bombing partners: Harry Kane, Son Heung-min, and Richarlison. Saliba, who was 1.92 meters tall, completed the defensive task excellently - in the competition for high-altitude balls, Saliba was not inferior to Kane; in the confrontation, Saliba was not afraid of Son Heung-min and Richarlison at all.
Compared with Gabriel who was recklessly sending points, Saliba is as stable as a rock. No matter how Tottenham hit, Saliba can always resolve the danger. Tottenham can only "avoid" Saliba's side and specifically play Gabriel. Reporter Zach Lowy was amazed: Saliba is too strong and he is not at a disadvantage in the confrontation with Kane, Son Heung-min and Richarlison. France's World Cup starting center back should have his place.
Although he is only 21 years old, Saliba is like a veteran who has been through the battlefield, calm, bold and meticulous. In the 91st minute, Saliba showed off her superb skills in Tottenham's penalty area: facing pressing, the French central defender stepped on the ball and wore the crotch Skip! This scene was talked about by Arsenal fans.
It is really difficult to break through Saliba. OPTA data shows that in the 720-minute Premier League appearance time, Saliba has not been beaten by the opponent once! His 71 regaining ball rights is also the first in the Premier League; he successfully passed the ball 81 times in the opponent's half, ranking second in the Premier League.
Authoritative transfer expert Romano also commented: When Saliba was 19 years old, Arsenal invested 30 million euros to introduce him. What a great signing. Marseille wants to spend a lot of money to introduce Saliba, and there is also a top club that wants Saliba. Arsenal is firm in his attitude and Saliba does not sell anything.