Italy defender Giorgio Chiellini has admitted that Arsenal star Bukayo Saka is simply "too fast" for him when asked about their clash in the Euro 2020 final last year. The 38-year-old ended up triumphing with his nation in the tournament, but his cynical challenge on the youngster may have played a huge part in it.
The two countries face off again in their second meeting since that game, playing in the UEFA Nations League as Gareth Southgate's side look to bounce back into some form before the World Cup in November. He does so with a jubilant Saka in his ranks, having just won the England Men's Player of the Year award for 2021/22.
Upon picking up his award, he said: "I’m so happy, I can’t put it into words how happy I am. To play for England is special. To get picked to play for your country is another level of honour and proudness in yourself.
