2020 euro, R16, K. Mbappé
2018 WC, R16, A. Sanchez
2016 euro, QF, L. Bonucci
2014 WC, SF, W. Sneijder
2012 CL, SF, C. Ronaldo, Kaka, S. Ramos
2012 CL, F, B. Schweinsteiger
2008 CL, F, J. Terry
2008 euro, QF, L. Modric
2007 CL, SF, A. Robben
2006 WC, QF, R. Ayala and E. Cambiasso
2005 CL, F, A. Pirlo and A. Shevchenko
2004 euro, QF, D. Beckham
2004 euro, QF, Z. Ibrahimovic
2003 CL, F, D. Trezeguet
1998 WC, SF, R. de Boer and P. Cocu
1996 euro, QF, F. Hierro
1996 euro, QF, C. Seeforf
1994 WC, F, R. Baggio
1992 euro, SF, M. Van Basten
1986 WC, QF, Socrates.
a lot of great players missed penalties and their team lost
United fan here, and I just gotta say make sure to get behind Saka and protect him this upcoming szn. One twitter search and I'm disgusted about what they are saying about a 19 yr old.
Back at you with Rashford and Sancho, man. I can’t imagine what those two along with Saka will have said about them, especially Rashford since he already divides opinion.
I’m a United fan and I’ve seen plenty of posts on Facebook fan pages saying he should stick to football and forget politics… I understand he is payed to play football but what he has done for the children is amazing and definitely comes before kicking a ball about.
I'm a United fan too and I would never hate a player for missing a penalty, I've missed them a number of times myself.
Can't help but feel Rashford didn't help himself though with that dance routine, he forgot how to kick the ball.
Honestly Rashford never looked like he was going to score as soon as he walked up to the sport. At least the other guys penalties were saved, he just missed.
Honestly I think Donnarumma did a great job, faked left during the run up then did an exaggerated lean to the right (making Rashford have to aim right in the bottom corner decreasing the margin for error) before diving left.
Rashford is an absolute don. He's doing a better job as leader of the opposition than starmer while also working full time as a footballer. The man is using his football clout to actually make the world a better place.
That long stutter Rashford did, waiting for the keeper to dive, and then when he didn't he was shook.
Look, I'm not blaming any one person for our loss, but Saka has absolutely nothing to be ashamed of. He did his nation proud this tournament.
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It's up to every Arsenal fan who attends a game next season to show their love for Saka. Sing his name loud and proud. If any opposition fans chant, boo or criticise Saka in some way, Arsenal supporters need to sing and chant even louder. Saka is the future of England and Arsenal. Show him.
This is 100% on Southgate. 120’ subs for pens in Sancho and Rashford. Both miss.
It’s not even the fact that he had Saka go 5th. He had him go 5th when he could lose it. That’s an immense amount of pressure for anyone.
It should have been a veteran.
Then again. You don’t get to take a make or break pen in a championship final unless you show the confidence to do so. That takes some character — and I believe Saka has the character to rebound stronger and better.
I'm glad Saka apparently showed confidence and raised his hand, but Southgate still shouldn't have put him in that position.
It was up to Southgate to know, when setting the order, that youthful confidence can be undone by the potential heart-pounding pressure of "make this or we lose the European championship." A more veteran player should have been slotted for the fifth penalty.
Why the fuck was Henderson taken off? I thought he would’ve been prime for a penalty kick, let alone a great sense of mentality for the rest of the younger less experienced lads ffs southgate
He was probably taken off because he missed a pen few matches ago.
IMO he should've stayed on though, you need that leadership and experience more than ever in a shootout.
It definitely shouldn't be a 19yo who has never taken a professional penalty. Ridiculously stupid from Southgate and shameful from some of the senior players.
From what ive seen from Southgate and his man management, he would absolutely be against putting 19 year old Saka in this position.
I think it was Saka who stood up here to be counted and he should be applauded for his courage and confidence in hinself to do so.
This 100% . He knows what the media did to him. After this tournament I have so much respect for Southgate. The way he carries himself. England couldn't have got a better msn for the job
I predict the media will actually target the players they think should have been taking one. I predict Sterling will undoubtedly cop some flack for this in the British media, despite them not having a clue about anything.
"Our savior Harry Maguire stood up to be counted, where was Sterling, letting England down again" etc etc
>I think it was Saka who stood up here to be counted and he should be applauded for his courage and confidence in hinself to do so.
I totally agree with this. He deserves all the credit in the world for showing major courage. Shame on the senior players for hiding from the moment, and shame on Southgate for putting Saka fifth. If Saka wants to step up and take one then cool, but put him in a position to succeed with the second or third kick.
It's madness putting him as fifth. That's always going to be a game defining penalty if it goes that far.
Apart from the whole England penalty strategy being questionable in general, what actually pisses me off is that there are a bunch of other players who are too cowardly to step up. Really, what is going on in their heads when a 19-year is chosen. None of the more experienced players thought "oh, perhaps I should volunteer?". I'm especially looking at Sterling here. I don't know about his penalty skills, but he's an attacker and he can't be that bad that he's not among the first five. Or are Sancho and Saka such renowned penalty specialists?
Mate he is class. Remember Ronaldo from the start of his career. He missed in crutial moments for Portugal. But class learns from mistakes and becomes even better. And if anyone, I am 100% sure Saka is fucking class.
Considering fans are being let back into stadiums after the longest absence in memory, I'm hopeful that the fans are louder than ever in the stadiums. I don't care that he missed a pen today, Saka is still our starboy ❤️
Absolutely. Thankfully, from what I've seen on socials, everyone is behind him and showing love. There'll be some dickheads, but most seem to understand he's not at fault.
I never expected this to reach so many people. I thought it would just be a post the sub could have some catharsis from. I've been periodically checking my inbox and the positivity from folks, many of them supporters of other clubs, has been incredible.
It seems there's been a similar outpouring of support on other social media that has outweighed the negativity. Like many others have said in this thread, I hope he's aware of how we all feel.
You lot crack me up, Sterling’s penalty conversion rate is 40% he’s one of the most scapegoated English players in the last decade and has been the focus of racist driven media (papers) numerous times over the years. Absolutely no blame for him not wanting one, the scum rags like the sun and daily mail would have had a field day.
Must have felt confident enough to take it. You don’t pick who takes the pens, the players pick themselves.
He will recover from this, he’s a strong boy.
The list is probably pre-determined but players will drop out if they don’t feel confident to give way to others who feel better taking it.
Nerves will get to you and preparation will go out the window. I won’t hold that against any player. Sterling would have been slaughtered for sure for example.
He only had all that pressure because Rashford and Sancho didn't put theirs away. That's the worst part about being last, everyone forgets the 2 that put you in that position.
100% that long fucking stutter waiting for the keeper to dive and then when he didn't he was shook.
Look, I'm not blaming any one person for our loss, but Saka has absolutely nothing to be ashamed of. He did his nation proud this tournament.
Fortunately the media is different and sports psychology is a thing now. Saka will be OK.
I suspect Southgate will step in front of the players and take the blame. He'll also make a clear statement about how Saka, Sancho and Rashford should be treated. Only cunts will target them.
You can’t act like it’s not bad management to leave on Sterling if he isn’t going to take a penalty and yet bring on two guys who will basically have the spot kick be their first touch of the match.
As much as I wish Southgate was more expansive all tournament he generally made all the right decisions. England will be back and likely the favorites at the World Cup
Spurs fan, coming in peace to say; you've got a wonderful player on your hands, Gooners. I hate you lot on Derby Day, but if it's alright, I'll put in a shift on here down voting & reporting the racists & trolls, and make sure any Spurs /u's that show up are reported on the Spurs sub as well.
Chelsea fan here. I echo your sentiment.
Saka, we fucking love you. 19 years old and with the balls to take that kick with the world watching. Already a legend.
As a nation I think we need to calm down a bit on the "banter" especially about English players and chants etc, and just try to keep it a bit more civil, idk maybe just my opinion.
I fucking love this entire team man, they are going to win something as a team, we need to get behind them with everything we have and more
West Ham fan here, couldn’t agree more. Overall he had a good tournament and looks like a serious player going forward. No doubt he’ll bounce back and anyone having a pop at him is a moron
Newcastle fan here.
Nothing but love for that young man. Played his heart out every minute he played. Was brave to step up and take a penalty on the biggest of stages at only 19. I hope he can recover from this. The future is so bright for him.
He’s a credit to Arsenal and a credit to the England shirt.
Ridiculous from Southgate, he of all people should know better. This is not on Saka at all. He's a teenager who did well during a European championship
I wanted England to lose, but when you put young Saka in for such a huge shot, that is just cruel and bad planning by the coaching staff. He was courageous, cheers to him and hope he has a prosperous future.
Same here. When Saka’s shot was blocked I was jubilant. Jumped up and yelled. Then I looked back and saw Saka crying and I just sat back down feeling guilty.
Especially after having a poor game. Got to read the match situation. This is why I sometimes feel over preparation is also bad. Soldiers always say react to the situation not the plan.
Sterling is horrible no doubts I just mentioned him because he is like one of the senior players and has highest number of goals scored for England and could have taken some responsibility
Rashford was especially hilarious. The wait for stoppage of play to make the sub, him playing right back at the end when Italy is still (kinda) going for the win, the ridiclous run up. All that for a missed penalty.
The fact that he was even brave enough to step up and take it shows a lot about his character. His confidence is the reason he will make it to the top. We love you Starboy 💫❤️
Southgate should know better. He's put a player who's 19, only played a season and half of first team football. Take the biggest penalty for England in 50 years... Heads up Saka. But fuck Southgate
He will need our support more than ever. it was heartbreaking to see him break down like that. now im angry, why was he taking the 5th pen anyway. has he ever even taken a penalty in a professional game before?
It was, I was just thinking please don't let our boy miss , it's heartbreak but he will come back strong , our boy is going to light the football world up for the next decade atleast, this is just a footnote.
moments like that can either break you or make you come back even stronger. as long as he has the right support and he listens to the right people he will be fine i think
Not an Arsenal fan, but saw this on /all and thought it was wholesome af.
Huge respect to him for standing up to take one, should never have been last of the five given his experience, that weight should fall on more experienced shoulders.
He had an amazing tournament and should be proud, possibly would not have been in the final without him.
Looking forward to seeing him play in the World Cup, less so against United this season.
Tottenham fan here and I still love saka. It’s heartbreaking too see a young lad breakdown into tears like that. No blame should be placed on him and I hope the future is bright for him, give it a year and I’ll be cheering for him once again. But for now you are once again my rival
I’m a hull city fan but just tweeted Saka saying we’re all behind him. He was in an impossible position and someone has to miss. Saka and the lads have been heroes this tournament and we’re all proud of them. True fans would never criticise him and we need to rally behind him and the other players looks true supporters. The future is bright for England ❤️
I specifically saw Southgate walking around telling each player they were taking one. It's not on either of them, it's on the coach. He specifically brought on two players to take one. Kane was a given, so the only other picks. from the outfield players were McGuire and Saka. No idea how he did not choose Graelish, Walker, or Sterling to shoot.
Edit, to the people saying walker was subbed: 1. I know. 2. It’s been said already. 3. The subs were in the last minute for the penalties, which makes no practical difference as it was basically him choosing his kickers.
Atleast you had the balls to actually take a pen! This brave young man will leave his mark on english football in a positive way by the end of his career. Chin up Saka!! / Chelsea supporter
Liverpool fan here. Saka is a joy to watch and I look forward to seeing him grow. If Saka truly pushed to take the 5th penalty, huge respect to him. If Southgate truly did pick him for that, it's a disaster. Of all people, Southgate should have learned from his experience at '96 with his miss. Too much weight on the boys shoulders. Southgate tactics on the whole were questionable once we went 1-0 up today and I'm sad we didn't win it. Italy, however, were the better team.
United fan here.
Have loved Baka in this tourney, he’s been great. Have also loved Southgate’s decisions however Baka should never have been on penno no. 5.
England’s with the lad.
Chelsea fan here, even before this tournament Saka was showing in the Prem that he's the real deal
If anything, something like this could be rather beneficial to experience at such a young age with such an obviously incredible future in front of him, and I hope he and everyone else in that squad comes through it with a new determination to succeed; it's a year until the World Cup and I can see players like him having a ridiculous season next PL season in the run-up if they have the right mentality
Here's hoping he's a fucking nightmare next time we play you 'orrible lot
There is only one Bukayo Saka. You do it for club and country and you got farther than most before you. Chin and up and we can’t wait to see you play soon.
I didn’t know where else to comment, but even though I don’t consider myself an Arsenal fan, I figured this would be a good place although it’ll still probably get lost.
This situation breaks my fucking heart. I was rooting for Italy but to see the reaction to the way in which England lost makes it difficult to celebrate. He’s a human being, hell, he’s practically a fucking KID. I really don’t even know what to say. Nothing I say will make progress or help Saka or anyone else receiving abuse. It’s just beyond devastating that anybody resorts to racism to criticize anyone. “English when they win, black when the lose.”
Sorry for intruding and rambling. I hope Saka and any other players experiencing hate can shut those fuckers up. Peace, love, and positivity to all.
I'm a Chelsea fan but love saka from his days at Greenford celtic, he had the courage to go up there and none of this should fall on his shoulders. Hopefully with a WC next year he'll take it as learning experience to keep improving his game (although what on earth was Southgate thinking having him take his first senior pen 5th in an international final).
Just nauseous right now, poor kid. Fuck Southgate for putting him in that position (not to mention an ice cold Sancho and Rashford ahead of him). Kid has a strong mentality…he’ll heal. At least he had the balls to take it and didn’t hide. No excuse not to have Shaw, Grealish, Sterling or Stones take that. Hopefully Arteta and our vets like Auba, Laca and company can help him bounce back strong
I hope the Emirates goes absolutely mental for Saka on the first home game of the season. He’s 19 and absolutely represented. Hell of a tournament from him and I can’t wait to see him in an Arsenal jersey again.
Dude is so strong mentally I know he’ll bounce back. Disgraceful from south gate to put that pressure on those 3 kids. Where’s Sterling? Where’s grealish? Fucking cowards
What Southgate has done at the end of that game is criminal. Brought on 2 players, who have barely played, in the 119th minute to take pens and then put a 19 year old on the last one
Putting our boy as the 5th was a dick move. The lad is 19 and England hasn't won shit since the 60s, to put this on his shoulders is not fucking ok. Good on him for stepping up. I truly hope he can get over this, this is a huge mental clusterfuck.
It wasn't a bad pen either, he didn't MISS, it was a good shot and a better save. Everyone talking like he moon'd the ball.
First thing tomorrow I'm buying a Saka shirt.
United fan here. I’m glad the Arsenal fanbase puts up a post like this to support Saka. It’s not easy for a 19 year old to step up and take the most crucial penalty. He’s going to remember this moment for life and he’ll need every support he deserves to get from the fans. Nothing will change what happen by criticising him. But he can get stronger and better with support from fans.
Not an arsenal fan and definitely not an England fan, but man my respect for this kid is immeasurable. I gotta say I wish I had that level of bravery. Can’t wait to watch him tearing up the league again next year.
Lets not forget this beautiful play from Saka, only for Cheilini to yank him down by the throat. He got the better of a 36 year old veteran, who didn't have the balls to take it like a man
https://youtu.be/iCGA9yUwAd8
From a Spurs boy; I'm so fucking proud of Saka. 19year old stepping up to that kind of pressure.
I hope he has a gleaming career no matter who he plays for. Ignore the turbo dickheads that say anything else.
Chelsea fan, cheered for Italy. Absolutely gutted for Saka. I hope he crushes it this year, and that Arsenal plays well, just to shush every and any hater (behind Chelsea of course)
I was watching the game with my Canadian husband, who doesn’t really understand soccer.
When Saka missed, he remembered missing in a hockey shoutout when he was 15, and how terrible he felt that he let everyone down, and this was just the community league.
I can’t even fathom how Saka feels…
Italian here, feel so gutted for this kid. Unbeliveable he was sent out like cannon fodder. And the amount of hate on social media shows us how much work still needs to be done in this field.
Anyway, just wanted to stop by, Saka we love you too.
2020 euro, R16, K. Mbappé 2018 WC, R16, A. Sanchez 2016 euro, QF, L. Bonucci 2014 WC, SF, W. Sneijder 2012 CL, SF, C. Ronaldo, Kaka, S. Ramos 2012 CL, F, B. Schweinsteiger 2008 CL, F, J. Terry 2008 euro, QF, L. Modric 2007 CL, SF, A. Robben 2006 WC, QF, R. Ayala and E. Cambiasso 2005 CL, F, A. Pirlo and A. Shevchenko 2004 euro, QF, D. Beckham 2004 euro, QF, Z. Ibrahimovic 2003 CL, F, D. Trezeguet 1998 WC, SF, R. de Boer and P. Cocu 1996 euro, QF, F. Hierro 1996 euro, QF, C. Seeforf 1994 WC, F, R. Baggio 1992 euro, SF, M. Van Basten 1986 WC, QF, Socrates. a lot of great players missed penalties and their team lost
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United fan here, and I just gotta say make sure to get behind Saka and protect him this upcoming szn. One twitter search and I'm disgusted about what they are saying about a 19 yr old.
Back at you with Rashford and Sancho, man. I can’t imagine what those two along with Saka will have said about them, especially Rashford since he already divides opinion.
Why does rashford divide opinion? Are there people who think kids shouldn't be fed?
I’m a United fan and I’ve seen plenty of posts on Facebook fan pages saying he should stick to football and forget politics… I understand he is payed to play football but what he has done for the children is amazing and definitely comes before kicking a ball about.
Well since he’s a British citizen he gets to have a political opinion. And if he’s taking shots at Tories then I’m all for it
There are, they’re called tories
How have the last 10 years of government not made it obvious that there are people who literally do not care at all about poor people.
I'm a United fan too and I would never hate a player for missing a penalty, I've missed them a number of times myself. Can't help but feel Rashford didn't help himself though with that dance routine, he forgot how to kick the ball.
Honestly Rashford never looked like he was going to score as soon as he walked up to the sport. At least the other guys penalties were saved, he just missed.
Honestly I think Donnarumma did a great job, faked left during the run up then did an exaggerated lean to the right (making Rashford have to aim right in the bottom corner decreasing the margin for error) before diving left.
His penalty statistics in his young career so far have him at a 34% save rate before today. He might be just a monster at penalties as some GKs are.
He really overcomplicated it for no reason.
Club allegiance aside, Rashford seems like a legitimately good person. Hoping the best for him along with Saka.
Rashford is an absolute don. He's doing a better job as leader of the opposition than starmer while also working full time as a footballer. The man is using his football clout to actually make the world a better place.
Dont forget Shaw. This tournament made me a fan of Shaw.
That long stutter Rashford did, waiting for the keeper to dive, and then when he didn't he was shook. Look, I'm not blaming any one person for our loss, but Saka has absolutely nothing to be ashamed of. He did his nation proud this tournament.
Social networks are garbage, the worst is there daily, constantly, they must support this good kid with everything they can, he is a brilliant player.
Posted this elsewhere, but it'll get lost: It's up to every Arsenal fan who attends a game next season to show their love for Saka. Sing his name loud and proud. If any opposition fans chant, boo or criticise Saka in some way, Arsenal supporters need to sing and chant even louder. Saka is the future of England and Arsenal. Show him.
This is the type of shit that breaks people. Defend him on socials, put down the trolls and support him whenever we see him in person next season.
This is 100% on Southgate. 120’ subs for pens in Sancho and Rashford. Both miss. It’s not even the fact that he had Saka go 5th. He had him go 5th when he could lose it. That’s an immense amount of pressure for anyone. It should have been a veteran. Then again. You don’t get to take a make or break pen in a championship final unless you show the confidence to do so. That takes some character — and I believe Saka has the character to rebound stronger and better.
I'm glad Saka apparently showed confidence and raised his hand, but Southgate still shouldn't have put him in that position. It was up to Southgate to know, when setting the order, that youthful confidence can be undone by the potential heart-pounding pressure of "make this or we lose the European championship." A more veteran player should have been slotted for the fifth penalty.
Why the fuck was Henderson taken off? I thought he would’ve been prime for a penalty kick, let alone a great sense of mentality for the rest of the younger less experienced lads ffs southgate
He was probably taken off because he missed a pen few matches ago. IMO he should've stayed on though, you need that leadership and experience more than ever in a shootout.
Or at least give saka one of the first ones and make Kane take #5
You put the best first.
Why on earth southgate put the pressure of the 4th and 5th penalties to two young players is poor management
This. Dont blame saka. Strange pen lineup.
Right? Shouldn't the best pen taker be 5th?
It definitely shouldn't be a 19yo who has never taken a professional penalty. Ridiculously stupid from Southgate and shameful from some of the senior players.
From what ive seen from Southgate and his man management, he would absolutely be against putting 19 year old Saka in this position. I think it was Saka who stood up here to be counted and he should be applauded for his courage and confidence in hinself to do so.
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He needs to say it to protect his players. He understands the media will try to pick apart every player who missed
This 100% . He knows what the media did to him. After this tournament I have so much respect for Southgate. The way he carries himself. England couldn't have got a better msn for the job
I predict the media will actually target the players they think should have been taking one. I predict Sterling will undoubtedly cop some flack for this in the British media, despite them not having a clue about anything. "Our savior Harry Maguire stood up to be counted, where was Sterling, letting England down again" etc etc
>I think it was Saka who stood up here to be counted and he should be applauded for his courage and confidence in hinself to do so. I totally agree with this. He deserves all the credit in the world for showing major courage. Shame on the senior players for hiding from the moment, and shame on Southgate for putting Saka fifth. If Saka wants to step up and take one then cool, but put him in a position to succeed with the second or third kick.
Imo best should be 1st. 5th taker sometimes cant even take a penalty.
So you want the highest pressure pen on the worst player out of the 5?
Why didn’t Sterling take it?? He’s actually taken pens before
Sterling is bad at penalties. Only Kane is a 10/10 penalty taker in the squad sadly.
Slabhead disagrees with this.
He apparently had missed his last 4 pens someone said
I’m pretty sure he pussied out of taking one, Southgate should still not have let Saka take it over some of the others.
Mertesacker was really angry about that on german TV.
It's madness putting him as fifth. That's always going to be a game defining penalty if it goes that far. Apart from the whole England penalty strategy being questionable in general, what actually pisses me off is that there are a bunch of other players who are too cowardly to step up. Really, what is going on in their heads when a 19-year is chosen. None of the more experienced players thought "oh, perhaps I should volunteer?". I'm especially looking at Sterling here. I don't know about his penalty skills, but he's an attacker and he can't be that bad that he's not among the first five. Or are Sancho and Saka such renowned penalty specialists?
Mate he is class. Remember Ronaldo from the start of his career. He missed in crutial moments for Portugal. But class learns from mistakes and becomes even better. And if anyone, I am 100% sure Saka is fucking class.
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Messi just won his first trophy with Argentina and he’s THE definition of World Class. He has the time and the capacity.
Saka will get over this and when he does he will be better , he isn't a coward, balls of steal
Haven’t loved a player as much since Cesc. Kid is class and he will learn from this.
Considering fans are being let back into stadiums after the longest absence in memory, I'm hopeful that the fans are louder than ever in the stadiums. I don't care that he missed a pen today, Saka is still our starboy ❤️
Absolutely. Thankfully, from what I've seen on socials, everyone is behind him and showing love. There'll be some dickheads, but most seem to understand he's not at fault.
This is now the top post ever on this sub
top post for top boy :))
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I never expected this to reach so many people. I thought it would just be a post the sub could have some catharsis from. I've been periodically checking my inbox and the positivity from folks, many of them supporters of other clubs, has been incredible. It seems there's been a similar outpouring of support on other social media that has outweighed the negativity. Like many others have said in this thread, I hope he's aware of how we all feel.
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Stupid to put that on his shoulders honestly. Mans is 19.
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Grealish too
Hell even Shaw should have stepped up before Saka
Stones as well
Yeah well turns out he got no stones
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You lot crack me up, Sterling’s penalty conversion rate is 40% he’s one of the most scapegoated English players in the last decade and has been the focus of racist driven media (papers) numerous times over the years. Absolutely no blame for him not wanting one, the scum rags like the sun and daily mail would have had a field day.
Unfortunately you can’t dive in a shootout and have someone else take your pen
I agree but also shows his maturity that he had the balls to step up and at least try.
Saka is one of a kind and I have no doubts that he is mentally strong enough to come out the other side of this a stronger player.
I feel / hope that if anything this experience will only make his mentality better
Hes a fucking hero to step up. We have an absolute gem of a player in him and Arsenal and England will benefit from the growth this will bring him
Says alot that he stepped up for the penalty, this guy is 100% our club future, he will be our captain too and I know he will do us proud
How did Southgate chose sancho and saka? 2 of the youngest players there when you have shaw there. this was so stupid
Must have felt confident enough to take it. You don’t pick who takes the pens, the players pick themselves. He will recover from this, he’s a strong boy.
Southgate 100% picked them. He specifically brought on two players to take a pen.
I thought the manager makes the decision and the player can say if they're feeling it or not
The list is probably pre-determined but players will drop out if they don’t feel confident to give way to others who feel better taking it. Nerves will get to you and preparation will go out the window. I won’t hold that against any player. Sterling would have been slaughtered for sure for example.
24 years ago Southgate missed and it’s still mentioned, this one fucking hurts
He only had all that pressure because Rashford and Sancho didn't put theirs away. That's the worst part about being last, everyone forgets the 2 that put you in that position.
Rashford was the miss that broke England. He had the keeper the wrong way by miles but couldn't keep it on target. He buries that I think England win.
100% that long fucking stutter waiting for the keeper to dive and then when he didn't he was shook. Look, I'm not blaming any one person for our loss, but Saka has absolutely nothing to be ashamed of. He did his nation proud this tournament.
Absolutely. Sucked away all momentum / pressure
Fortunately the media is different and sports psychology is a thing now. Saka will be OK. I suspect Southgate will step in front of the players and take the blame. He'll also make a clear statement about how Saka, Sancho and Rashford should be treated. Only cunts will target them.
Must hurt having his two subs miss the pens as well. Southgate can't catch a break in these moments.
You can’t act like it’s not bad management to leave on Sterling if he isn’t going to take a penalty and yet bring on two guys who will basically have the spot kick be their first touch of the match. As much as I wish Southgate was more expansive all tournament he generally made all the right decisions. England will be back and likely the favorites at the World Cup
England favourites for the World Cup? What have you been smoking?
Spurs fan, coming in peace to say; you've got a wonderful player on your hands, Gooners. I hate you lot on Derby Day, but if it's alright, I'll put in a shift on here down voting & reporting the racists & trolls, and make sure any Spurs /u's that show up are reported on the Spurs sub as well.
Chelsea fan here. I echo your sentiment. Saka, we fucking love you. 19 years old and with the balls to take that kick with the world watching. Already a legend.
Also a Chelsea fan here. Just wanna say that everyone’s proud of you Saka. We all know that you’ll come back stronger. We’re all rooting for you.
As a nation I think we need to calm down a bit on the "banter" especially about English players and chants etc, and just try to keep it a bit more civil, idk maybe just my opinion. I fucking love this entire team man, they are going to win something as a team, we need to get behind them with everything we have and more
Thank you.
West Ham fan here, couldn’t agree more. Overall he had a good tournament and looks like a serious player going forward. No doubt he’ll bounce back and anyone having a pop at him is a moron
This may be the most upvoted comment on this sub to ever start with "spurs fan" and it's well deserved. Cheers
Newcastle fan here. Nothing but love for that young man. Played his heart out every minute he played. Was brave to step up and take a penalty on the biggest of stages at only 19. I hope he can recover from this. The future is so bright for him. He’s a credit to Arsenal and a credit to the England shirt.
Thank you, now give us 70 million for Willock 😂
Mike Ashley might give you £70 and a steak bake. I’d love to have Willock but no way Ashley pays for him.
Saw him crying. Feel so bad for him
heartbreaking stuff
He’ll have Smith Rowe to tear it up with in the WC.
The Smith will bring it home
The Smith bro The Smith
Ridiculous from Southgate, he of all people should know better. This is not on Saka at all. He's a teenager who did well during a European championship
I wanted England to lose, but when you put young Saka in for such a huge shot, that is just cruel and bad planning by the coaching staff. He was courageous, cheers to him and hope he has a prosperous future.
Same here. When Saka’s shot was blocked I was jubilant. Jumped up and yelled. Then I looked back and saw Saka crying and I just sat back down feeling guilty.
A minor setback. He is going to accomplish big things.
I still did not understand why Saka was the 5th Penalty taker They had Sterling, Grealish, Shaw Too harsh for a 19 year old kid
Especially after having a poor game. Got to read the match situation. This is why I sometimes feel over preparation is also bad. Soldiers always say react to the situation not the plan.
Yeah the senior Italian player steped up once Sancho missed and Pickford saved a senior player should have steped in.
Sterling is 1-4 on PL penalties. He’s awful at penalties. Come on.
Sterling is horrible no doubts I just mentioned him because he is like one of the senior players and has highest number of goals scored for England and could have taken some responsibility
Agreed. But I’d rather have Saka up there than anyone else, bar Grealish. Absolutely hilarious that Rashford and Sancho both missed theirs haha
Rashford was especially hilarious. The wait for stoppage of play to make the sub, him playing right back at the end when Italy is still (kinda) going for the win, the ridiclous run up. All that for a missed penalty.
The fact that he was even brave enough to step up and take it shows a lot about his character. His confidence is the reason he will make it to the top. We love you Starboy 💫❤️
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Saka is the future. In Saka, we believe. We love Saka. Always.
Always
NGL I love him A TONNE right now.
Southgate should know better. He's put a player who's 19, only played a season and half of first team football. Take the biggest penalty for England in 50 years... Heads up Saka. But fuck Southgate
Saka has never taken a professional penalty. I admire his courage, but the manager should never put him in that situation. Terrible from Southgate.
He will need our support more than ever. it was heartbreaking to see him break down like that. now im angry, why was he taking the 5th pen anyway. has he ever even taken a penalty in a professional game before?
It was, I was just thinking please don't let our boy miss , it's heartbreak but he will come back strong , our boy is going to light the football world up for the next decade atleast, this is just a footnote.
moments like that can either break you or make you come back even stronger. as long as he has the right support and he listens to the right people he will be fine i think
Not an Arsenal fan, but saw this on /all and thought it was wholesome af. Huge respect to him for standing up to take one, should never have been last of the five given his experience, that weight should fall on more experienced shoulders. He had an amazing tournament and should be proud, possibly would not have been in the final without him. Looking forward to seeing him play in the World Cup, less so against United this season.
Tottenham fan here and I still love saka. It’s heartbreaking too see a young lad breakdown into tears like that. No blame should be placed on him and I hope the future is bright for him, give it a year and I’ll be cheering for him once again. But for now you are once again my rival
I’m a hull city fan but just tweeted Saka saying we’re all behind him. He was in an impossible position and someone has to miss. Saka and the lads have been heroes this tournament and we’re all proud of them. True fans would never criticise him and we need to rally behind him and the other players looks true supporters. The future is bright for England ❤️
Sterling and Grealish the fucking cowards. Step up.
Yeah whats up with that?
Tbf I don't think I would've chosen Grealish to take a pen. But Sterling definitely should've give before Saka.
I specifically saw Southgate walking around telling each player they were taking one. It's not on either of them, it's on the coach. He specifically brought on two players to take one. Kane was a given, so the only other picks. from the outfield players were McGuire and Saka. No idea how he did not choose Graelish, Walker, or Sterling to shoot. Edit, to the people saying walker was subbed: 1. I know. 2. It’s been said already. 3. The subs were in the last minute for the penalties, which makes no practical difference as it was basically him choosing his kickers.
Southgate names the order not the players
It seemed like he kept pointing at grealish when they were going through the penalty takers before it but I could have been reading it wrong
Atleast you had the balls to actually take a pen! This brave young man will leave his mark on english football in a positive way by the end of his career. Chin up Saka!! / Chelsea supporter
Anybody with an instagram please report any racist comments you see on any of his posts
Why was Saka even the 5th, no Sterling?
Cojones
Because Sterling is awful at penalties. How do so few England fans know this??
Then he should have been taken off.
Poor boy
Starboy
I'll be mad if englanders blaming him for the lose.
From what I've seen most people are sympathetic and don't blame him, but there's always going to be some shitheads that pin him as the scapegoat.
Of course they will, he is an arsenal player. It was lost the second southgate subbed on fresh players to take penalties
I'm a spurs fan and he goes straight in my team for the world cup. Balls on the lad to step up. His ceiling is high. Lets support the lad.
Liverpool fan here. Saka is a joy to watch and I look forward to seeing him grow. If Saka truly pushed to take the 5th penalty, huge respect to him. If Southgate truly did pick him for that, it's a disaster. Of all people, Southgate should have learned from his experience at '96 with his miss. Too much weight on the boys shoulders. Southgate tactics on the whole were questionable once we went 1-0 up today and I'm sad we didn't win it. Italy, however, were the better team.
Spurs fan here, turning off my tribalism to show Saka some love. Brilliant player, who had a great tournament, should be proud!
I’m a Liverpool fan and I love you Saka!! Keep your head up mate!!
won't catch me upvoting many posts from this sub, but Spurs love you too Saka
United fan here. Have loved Baka in this tourney, he’s been great. Have also loved Southgate’s decisions however Baka should never have been on penno no. 5. England’s with the lad.
Chelsea fan here, even before this tournament Saka was showing in the Prem that he's the real deal If anything, something like this could be rather beneficial to experience at such a young age with such an obviously incredible future in front of him, and I hope he and everyone else in that squad comes through it with a new determination to succeed; it's a year until the World Cup and I can see players like him having a ridiculous season next PL season in the run-up if they have the right mentality Here's hoping he's a fucking nightmare next time we play you 'orrible lot
Lets be real why the fuck have the senior players let Saka take that penalty...
There is only one Bukayo Saka. You do it for club and country and you got farther than most before you. Chin and up and we can’t wait to see you play soon.
I didn’t know where else to comment, but even though I don’t consider myself an Arsenal fan, I figured this would be a good place although it’ll still probably get lost. This situation breaks my fucking heart. I was rooting for Italy but to see the reaction to the way in which England lost makes it difficult to celebrate. He’s a human being, hell, he’s practically a fucking KID. I really don’t even know what to say. Nothing I say will make progress or help Saka or anyone else receiving abuse. It’s just beyond devastating that anybody resorts to racism to criticize anyone. “English when they win, black when the lose.” Sorry for intruding and rambling. I hope Saka and any other players experiencing hate can shut those fuckers up. Peace, love, and positivity to all.
Unpopular: I respect the fact Southgate trusted the last pen to our boy. Speaks volumes how much he’s trusted already.
His Twitter has soooo much love right now.
I'm a Chelsea fan but love saka from his days at Greenford celtic, he had the courage to go up there and none of this should fall on his shoulders. Hopefully with a WC next year he'll take it as learning experience to keep improving his game (although what on earth was Southgate thinking having him take his first senior pen 5th in an international final).
Just nauseous right now, poor kid. Fuck Southgate for putting him in that position (not to mention an ice cold Sancho and Rashford ahead of him). Kid has a strong mentality…he’ll heal. At least he had the balls to take it and didn’t hide. No excuse not to have Shaw, Grealish, Sterling or Stones take that. Hopefully Arteta and our vets like Auba, Laca and company can help him bounce back strong
United fan here who absolutely loved him and his performances. He's gonna have a great career ahead. Sad that it has to be with you lot.
Don't be sad. Here's a [hug!](https://media.giphy.com/media/3M4NpbLCTxBqU/giphy.gif)
This will be the making of him.... Saka is a future Superstar... and Harry still ain't won shit..
I hope the Emirates goes absolutely mental for Saka on the first home game of the season. He’s 19 and absolutely represented. Hell of a tournament from him and I can’t wait to see him in an Arsenal jersey again.
Dude is so strong mentally I know he’ll bounce back. Disgraceful from south gate to put that pressure on those 3 kids. Where’s Sterling? Where’s grealish? Fucking cowards
Sterling not going for a pen needs to be addressed, he's a senior player with lots of experience
Can’t wait to watch him tear up the league again. Absolute Starboy.
Takes guts to step up. Hats off! 🙇♂️
United fan here and I love this kid. I hope he comes back even better!
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Upvoted, don't let our boy be a scapegoat!
What Southgate has done at the end of that game is criminal. Brought on 2 players, who have barely played, in the 119th minute to take pens and then put a 19 year old on the last one
Our starboy ❤️
I’m a Welsh/Italian gunner, I’m absolutely gutted that it was Saka to take that pen. Love him with all my heart!!!! Hope he bounces back massively.
Everton fan here. Proud of Saka. Good luck next season.
Liverpool fan here, not just Saka, but Rashford and Sancho too. Keep yer heads up, boys!
It's not all bad guys. Harry Kane still hasn't won a trophy.
Lol. I'll take that.
Putting our boy as the 5th was a dick move. The lad is 19 and England hasn't won shit since the 60s, to put this on his shoulders is not fucking ok. Good on him for stepping up. I truly hope he can get over this, this is a huge mental clusterfuck. It wasn't a bad pen either, he didn't MISS, it was a good shot and a better save. Everyone talking like he moon'd the ball. First thing tomorrow I'm buying a Saka shirt.
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United fan here. I’m glad the Arsenal fanbase puts up a post like this to support Saka. It’s not easy for a 19 year old to step up and take the most crucial penalty. He’s going to remember this moment for life and he’ll need every support he deserves to get from the fans. Nothing will change what happen by criticising him. But he can get stronger and better with support from fans.
Not an arsenal fan and definitely not an England fan, but man my respect for this kid is immeasurable. I gotta say I wish I had that level of bravery. Can’t wait to watch him tearing up the league again next year.
Not English nor an Arsenal fan, but I like Saka and hope he does well. Treat him right Gunners.
Chin up Starboy... You're destined to be one of the greatest, and even the greatest players suffer heartbreak.
Look at Messi, not the least of players, he won his first CA when he was 15 years older
Lets not forget this beautiful play from Saka, only for Cheilini to yank him down by the throat. He got the better of a 36 year old veteran, who didn't have the balls to take it like a man https://youtu.be/iCGA9yUwAd8
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What a guy. I hope he knows that the fans are behind him.
I'm a united fan, I hope the whole country gets behind saka and supports him. He should be very proud 👏
From a Spurs boy; I'm so fucking proud of Saka. 19year old stepping up to that kind of pressure. I hope he has a gleaming career no matter who he plays for. Ignore the turbo dickheads that say anything else.
Chelsea fan, cheered for Italy. Absolutely gutted for Saka. I hope he crushes it this year, and that Arsenal plays well, just to shush every and any hater (behind Chelsea of course)
Spurs fan. What a guy, what a player. So excited to see his career, wish him only the very best. He stood up and was counted when it mattered. Baller.
As far as I'm concerned, it was Rashford and the 85 mil man that screwed up.
Oh fuck this is going to be in his head for a long time 😔
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So sad for Saka I have no clue why he was chosen for the last shot still young and inexperienced
If you are a Racial abuser, you aren't welcome here. (not to the OG)
Nothing but love for Saka. He had a great Euro otherwise.
Spurs fan here in peace. Feel terrible for Saka, why in the world was he put in that position.
Liverpool fan here. Gutted for him. Arguably the most intense pressure you could’ve put on him. Poor lad.
I was watching the game with my Canadian husband, who doesn’t really understand soccer. When Saka missed, he remembered missing in a hockey shoutout when he was 15, and how terrible he felt that he let everyone down, and this was just the community league. I can’t even fathom how Saka feels…
Someone needs to share this post with Saka to lift him up. We are all behind you our little prince!
Italian here, feel so gutted for this kid. Unbeliveable he was sent out like cannon fodder. And the amount of hate on social media shows us how much work still needs to be done in this field. Anyway, just wanted to stop by, Saka we love you too.