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Jamie Kemble & Bobby Vincent

Bukayo Saka speaks out on England call-up and first Premier League goal for Arsenal

Bukayo Saka is on cloud nine after a week to remember.

The versatile Gunner celebrated his first England call-up with a his first Premier League goal in Arsenal's 2-1 win over Sheffield United on Sunday.

Sunday's goal and win against the Blades made it a perfect week for Saka, who described himself as a 'happy man' after the game.

“I just thank God because all of the things happening to me, I feel blessed, with the England call-up, the goal, I’m a happy man," he told Sky Sports.

“I’m trying to do my best. Every time the boss picks me, it’s for a reason, he has confidence in me, so I try to repay the trust and faith he puts in for me.

“When I celebrated, I told Hector what a cross it was because it was perfect. They’re the type of patterns we work on in training, to build up and attack the wide areas and get crosses in.

“They’re such a good side and they made it really difficult for us today. We’re happy to get the win because we know how difficult it is to play against them."

Asked if he will celebrate his memorable week, Saka replied: "I’ll try (to celebrate), but I don’t have enough time going to internationals tomorrow morning.”

Saka will have the chance to feature in one of three games for England during the international break.

The Three Lions face rivals Wales in a friendly on Thursday before Nations League fixtures against Belgium and Denmark.

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