15 Intriguing Facts About Bukayo Saka
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Bukayo Saka's name means "adds to joy" in Yoruba.
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Born September 5, 2001, in Ealing, London, to Nigerian parents.
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Joined Arsenal's academy at age seven, a Hale End product.
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Debuted for Arsenal at 17 in Europa League vs. Vorskla.
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Scored first senior goal against Eintracht Frankfurt in 2019.
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First England goal: 1-0 friendly win over Austria in 2021.
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Earned four A*s and three As in GCSEs at Greenford High.
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Holds Year 9 long jump record at his school.
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Wears size 9.5 boots, bigger than UK male average.
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Naturally left-footed, excels cutting inside from right wing.
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Known as "perfect professional" with impeccable injury record.
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Father Yomi kept him grounded and humble throughout career.
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Launched PERi-PERi Bukayo Saka sauce with Nando's in 2024.
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Created 10 assists in first 13 Premier League games of 2024/25.
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Scored against Real Madrid, helping Arsenal reach UCL semis.