Arsenal edge United at Old Trafford but Saka warns of repeat sloppiness
Bukayo Saka warned Arsenal will be punished if they repeat the sloppiness and bad decisions from the United win.
Calafiori headed in from a Declan Rice corner in the 13th minute.
Altay Bayindir palmed the ball onto Calafiori’s head from that corner.
Arsenal managed nine shots to United’s twenty two.
United controlled 61.9 percent of possession.
Overall, the visitors were ineffective on the night.
Raya echoed Saka’s thoughts despite the win.
The goal arrived from a corner routine that Calafiori converted.
Arsenal’s pressing shape and buildup rotations were tested by United’s pace.
Fullback interplay helped keep United at bay for long spells.
Arteta will demand sharper decision making next time.
The win keeps Arsenal in the mix, but gaps between the teams remain.
TLDR
Saka warned that repeat sloppiness will cost them.
Calafiori’s early header decided the day while Raya stressed tighter play.
Arsenal must sharpen decision making and buildup if they want more against tougher sides.
Bukayo Saka
Arsenal