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Jake Stokes & James Quinlan

Gareth Southgate reveals 'top-level' Bukayo Saka trait amid Arsenal star's Bellingham similarity

Gareth Southgate heaped great praise on Bukayo Saka for becoming a 'ruthless' finisher despite initial doubt over his ability in final third. The 21-year-old provided the cross for Harry Kane, who put the Three Lions ahead at Wembley, before he doubled his country's lead just minutes later with a wonderful strike from range.

He has featured 28 times for Arsenal in the Premier League this season, scoring 12 goals - one more than last term with 10 fewer games under his belt. Saka has also managed to translate his eye-catching performances on to the international stage, scoring four goals in his previous seven caps for the Three Lions.

Speaking to Channel Four after England's win over Ukraine, Southgate appreciated the Hale End graduate's hard work having once had doubts over his quality in front of goal. The 52-year-old said: "You know that when he cuts in [that type of goal] is possible

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