Bukayo Saka made sure to give the "magnificent" Rob Holding a "big hug" after Arsenal went eight points clear at the top of the Premier League table.
The Gunners crushed Crystal Palace 4-1 in a one-sided affair at the Emirates on Sunday, meaning that they'll boast a sizeable lead over title rivals Manchester City throughout the international break. Although Saka's two goals drove Arsenal to victory, defender Holding made sure that first-choice centre-back William Saliba's absence didn't prove costly.
Despite the Gunners failing to keep a clean sheet for the 11th time time in their last 13 games, Holding put in a commanding individual display at the back which garnered praise from team-mate Saka. "I gave him a big hug when he came into the changing room because he deserves it," the double goalscorer told club media post-match.
