Saka Disappointed With Arsenal's Liverpool Draw: "We Wanted To Win"
Bukayo Saka expressed his disappointment after Arsenal drew 2-2 against Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday, admitting the Gunners were aiming for all three points.
A Frustrating Draw
The north London side twice took the lead through Gabriel Jesus and Mohamed Salah's own goal, but Liverpool fought back each time through goals from Luis Diaz and Mohamed Salah. The draw leaves Arsenal four points clear at the top of the Premier League table, but Saka made it clear that the Gunners were not satisfied with the result.
"We wanted to win the game," Saka told Sky Sports after the match. "I think we played well, but we were disappointed not to get the three points. We need to learn from this and move on."
A Tight Match
The match was a tense affair with both teams creating numerous chances. Arsenal looked the more dangerous side in the first half, with Jesus’s early goal giving them a deserved lead. However, Liverpool came back strongly in the second half, drawing level through Diaz's strike and then taking the lead through Salah's penalty. Arsenal responded well and managed to equalize through an unfortunate own goal, but they were unable to find a winner in the final stages of the match.
Looking Ahead
Despite the disappointment of not getting the win, Saka and the rest of the Arsenal squad remain positive about their title chances. "We are still top of the table and we need to keep fighting," Saka said. "We have a lot of games left and we are confident that we can achieve our goals."
Key Takeaways from the Match
- Arsenal's attacking prowess was once again on display, with the Gunners creating numerous chances.
- The defense showed signs of vulnerability, particularly when defending set-pieces.
- The game highlighted the importance of maintaining focus and concentration throughout the entire 90 minutes.
The Road Ahead
Arsenal will be looking to bounce back from this draw when they face West Ham United at the Emirates Stadium next week. The Gunners will be looking to get back to winning ways and continue their strong start to the season.