JUST IN: “Most Aggressive Opponent I’ve Faced” – Bukayo Saka Names ONE Real Madrid Star Who Gave Him a Tough Time.
In the aftermath of a heated UEFA Champions League quarter-final clash between Arsenal and Real Madrid, Bukayo Saka has made a surprising admission about the intensity of the game—and one opponent in particular.
Speaking to reporters after the match, the England international didn’t mince words when asked about his toughest challenge on the night. “Throughout my career in the Premier League, I must confess I have never faced such a dangerously aggressive player like him before,” Saka revealed. “He was on me from the first minute to the last. Every time I got the ball, he was there—physical, fast, and relentless.”
Saka was referring to none other than Real Madrid’s tenacious full-back, Ferland Mendy. The Frenchman kept close tabs on the Arsenal winger all night, giving him little room to breathe or create. Known for his pace and strong tackling, Mendy showed exactly why he is a key figure in Carlo Ancelotti’s side.
“I respect that level of intensity,” Saka added. “It’s what you expect at this level, but Mendy really took it up a notch. He didn’t let me settle for even a second.”
Despite the stalemate on the scoreline, the individual battles on the pitch told a different story. Fans on social media have already been praising the matchup between Saka and Mendy, calling it a “clash of titans” on the flank.
As Arsenal prepares for the return leg at the Emirates, Saka will no doubt be reflecting on the encounter—and preparing for another showdown with one of the most aggressive defenders he’s
ever faced.
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