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It took one minute for Bukayo Saka to reduce Noni Madueke back to the bench

Bukayo Saka silenced his biggest critics; Noni Madueke made his louder. The difference was night and day tonight.

By Kian Long · Paininthearsenal

Published: Tuesday, 13 October 2026 at 8:51 PM

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Kian Long argues Bukayo Saka proved he should start over Noni Madueke after an impactful substitute appearance.
Madueke started on the right wing for Arsenal but was substituted off after 65 minutes following an ineffective display.
After replacing Madueke, Saka assisted Eberechi Eze for Arsenal's second goal and scored the third.

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Writer Kian Long argues that Bukayo Saka firmly re-established his starting role over Noni Madueke following Arsenal's latest fixture. After Madueke struggled on the right wing and was substituted in the 65th minute, Saka entered the match and made an immediate impact, delivering a cross to assist Eberechi Eze before scoring a goal himself.

The author criticizes Madueke's crossing and final product during the match, viewing the performance as a failed audition for the right-wing position. Long asserts that Arsenal's attack was significantly better with Saka, arguing he should start the upcoming Premier League match against Nottingham Forest.

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It took one minute for Bukayo Saka to reduce Noni Madueke back to the bench

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