Saka Praises Arsenal's Defense in Narrow Victory Over Aston Villa

Bukayo Saka has recognized the efforts of his Arsenal teammates after their 1-0 victory against Aston Villa on Bank Holiday Monday. The win was marked by Saka's close-range goal, which came just before the hour mark, following a well-executed move that exploited Villa's high defensive line.

This match was Arsenal's second consecutive win and clean sheet to start the season, coinciding with Mikel Arteta's 250th Premier League match in charge. Saka noted the difficulty of the game, emphasizing the need for adaptation against Villa's compact defense.

Despite Arsenal's struggles to maintain their attacking rhythm, Saka highlighted the importance of their defensive solidity, stating that one goal is often sufficient due to their strong backline. Aston Villa, meanwhile, failed to register a shot on target for the second consecutive match, a feat not seen since the 2017-18 season.