
EPL: SAKA SCORES ON RETURN AS ARSENAL DEFEAT FULHAM 2-1
Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka marked his return from a 101-day injury layoff with a goal, helping the Gunners secure a 2-1 victory over Fulham in the Premier League.
Saka, sidelined since December, struck in the 73rd minute after connecting with a Gabriel Martinelli assist to double Arsenal’s lead at the Emirates Stadium.
The hosts had earlier taken the lead in the 37th minute through Mikel Merino, who converted a pass from Ethan Nwaneri.
Arsenal dominated possession with 52% and registered four shots on target compared to Fulham’s three.
Fulham fought back in stoppage time (90+4) when Rodrigo Muniz, assisted by Ryan Sessegnon, pulled one back, setting up a tense finish.
However, Arsenal held firm to secure all three points.
The match was physical, with Fulham committing 10 fouls to Arsenal’s two.
Three yellow cards were issued—one to Arsenal’s Declan Rice (72’) and two to Fulham’s J. Andersen (52’) and S. Lukić (58’).
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