Bukayo Saka is on the verge of a remarkable achievement as he prepares for his 300th appearance for Arsenal. The talented forward is set to mark this milestone in the Premier League match against Brighton & Hove Albion.
Saka’s Journey with Arsenal
Since joining the first team seven-and-a-half years ago, Saka has made a significant impact. He debuted in an Europa League match against Vorskla Poltava in November 2018. In the time since, he has started 256 matches and entered as a substitute in 43 games.
Milestone Achievements
- Saka will become the 52nd player in Arsenal history to reach 300 appearances.
- He is the first Arsenal player to achieve this milestone since Laurent Koscielny in November 2017.
- He is also the first Englishman to reach 300 appearances since Theo Walcott in May 2015.
Notably, only three players have achieved this feat at a younger age than Saka. Cesc Fabregas was the last to do so, reaching his 300th game at 23 years old in 2009.
Youngest Arsenal Players to Reach 300 Appearances
| Date | Player | Opponent | Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13/03/1982 | David O’Leary | Ipswich Town | 23y, 315d |
| 10/04/2011 | Cesc Fabregas | Blackpool | 23y, 341d |
| 26/04/1980 | Liam Brady | West Brom | 24y, 73d |
| 04/03/2026 | Bukayo Saka | Brighton | 24y, 180d |
| 28/08/1971 | John Radford | Stoke City | 24y, 187d |
| 14/11/1936 | Cliff Bastin | Birmingham City | 24y, 245d |
Impact and Performance
Throughout his career at Arsenal, Saka has scored 78 goals and provided 69 assists. In the Premier League alone, he has netted 58 times, positioning him among the club’s top ten goalscorers in the division.
- Saka’s goal-scoring record at the Emirates Stadium is impressive, with only five players scoring more frequently since the stadium’s opening.
- He has consistently performed against Brighton, scoring or assisting in his last four encounters with them.
As Saka steps onto the pitch tonight, he aims to celebrate his 300th appearance by continuing his excellent form against the Seagulls.
