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World Cup Qualifiers: Saka Shines, Scores And Wins With England

Bukayo Saka had a great outing with England on Sunday as he scored one of the goals in the 4-0 annihilation of Andorra in the World Cup qualifying match.

Saka who was celebrating his 20th birthday also provided an assist; a feat which saw him match the 23-year record of Arsenal legend Ian Wright.

Jesse Lingard scored twice in the game while Harry Kane was also on target from the penalty spot.

Saka revealed while being interviewed on ITV: “[It was] the perfect birthday present for me.

“I’m really happy we got the win and that I celebrate my birthday like this.”

The crowd at Wembley, like those of Arsenal’s opponents this season, gave the youngster a rousing reception, something he was grateful for.

“I’m really happy with the reception everyone gave me,” Saka said.

“It really shows how proud they are of me and I think that meant a lot for me and made me want to give my all and obviously I’m happy that we got the win.

“I think it means a lot, it really made a difference for me [the reception], only just now I can hear so many fans cheering my name so it means everything to me and shows that everyone supports me through thick and thin so it’s nice.”

He added: “This is what I dream about to play at Wembley, in front of my friends and family, a crowd and score on my 20th birthday so really happy.”

On the Gunners-related feat, Wright, who was punditry duty, stated: “I remember it well that was Lady Diana night, special night.

“What else it does gets you going again, that’s all he needs to do now,” Wright noted

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