BUKAYO SAKA could set a new Premier League record when Arsenal face Leicester City on Saturday.
The 23-year-old has enjoyed a great season so far with the Gunners, providing six goal contributions in five league games.
GettyBukayo Saka could set a new Premier League record this weekend[/caption]
GettyThe winger matched a record set by Thierry Henry last weekend by assisting five goals in the first five Prem games of the season[/caption]
He became just the second player in Prem history to register five assists in the first five games of a campaign last weekend against Manchester City, with Arsenal legend Thierry Henry the only other player to achieve the feat.
But he could go one better this weekend by becoming the first person to manage six assists in the first six games.
The Gunners face Leicester at home on Saturday, so Saka could fancy his chances – especially given Arsenal have not lost to the Foxes in four years.
Speaking ahead of the match, Leicester boss Steve Cooper admitted Arsenal will provide the “toughest” test for his team so far.
He said: “They’re an incredible team who have been in great form for a number of years. They’ve been challenging for trophies.
“We’re coming up against a really tough opponent. It’s these games that you have to embrace and not fear failure.
“That’s what we want to do, to back ourselves. We want to go for it.”
Leicester are yet to win a Premier League match this season.
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The Foxes currently sit 15th in the table with three points from five games.
Meanwhile, Arsenal are yet to taste defeat.
The Gunners are fourth with 11 points from three wins and two draws.
They also progressed to the fourth round of the Carabao Cup on Wednesday with a 5-1 win over Bolton.
Arsenal player ratings vs Bolton
ETHAN NWANERI will remember this night for the rest of his life after scoring twice on his full Arsenal debut.
The Gunners eased to a 5-1 victory over Bolton in the Carabao Cup third round.
See how their players, young and old, rated at the Emirates.
Jack Porter – 6
He may be 16 years old but he did not show it tonight. Had one scare when his pass was blocked by Aaron Collins and the ball flew over but other than that he did not put a foot wrong.
Josh Nichols – 6
Encouraging signs from the right-back although he was not really tested in a defensive capacity.
Jakub Kiwior – 6
Dealt with Bolton’s many crosses into the box but was far too high up the pitch, along with Calafiori, which allowed the visitors to break and score.
Riccardo Calafiori – 7
A Rolls-Royce defender who carries himself a bit like David Luiz, minus the erratic decision-making. Defended well and went close with a long shot.
Myles Lewis-Skelly – 7
Looked very comfortable in possession and saw plenty of the ball. Excellent composure for a young head and linked with Sterling well.
Jorginho – 6
Kept things ticking over but in truth it was quite an easy night for the Italian.
Declan Rice – 7
Took his goal very well and everything Arsenal did went through him.
Ethan Nwaneri – 9
A night to remember for the 17-year-old as he capped his first start for the club with his first goals. Showed great poaching instincts.
Bukayo Saka – 9
Typical Saka performance and he was a constant threat with his delivery, whether in open play or from corners.
Raheem Sterling – 9
A threat throughout and he is back playing with a smile on his face, which is great to see. Worked hard and got his deserved goal when he poked in from two yards out.
Gabriel Jesus – 5
Plenty of energy and panache up front but without the finishing to match – a familiar tale of his Arsenal career.