Did Bukayo Saka’s penalty against Liverpool even happen? It seems that nobody was there.
Replays revealed that Jurgen Klopp, Reds manager, had his back to them after replays. Moment of truthFan footage shows that Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale did exactly the same.
With the game at 2-2 with 14 minutes left, Gunners star Saka made a significant move from 12 yards. It was significant for many reasons.
Arsenal had just beaten TottenhamThey would be able to extend their lead at the top of Premier League tables by beating Liverpool, and prove their title credentials.
But on a personal level, for England’s Saka it was a tale of redemption.
Ramsdale knows best than anyone, having watched the 21-year-old from Wembley bench. In the Euro 2020 final, the penalty was not applied. against Italy.
Saka was finally able to put his nightmare behind him after months of suffering.
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta said: “That was a difficult moment that was an incredible learning curve for him in his career.
“That’s the way he took it. Everyone around him was supportive, starting with Gareth from England’s national team.
“The boy didn’t hesitate to continue because he believes he can take them and under pressure, he really enjoys that responsibility.
“He trains it every single day but it’s at Colney. It’s very different to stand here and do what he’s done, so credit to the boy, especially after what happened over a year ago.”
Maybe that’s why Ramsdale was unable to look. Saka was successful, he said by observing the reaction of the crowd.
But Klopp… what’s your excuse?
