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Matt Verri

Mikel Arteta explains rare Bukayo Saka substitution decision during Arsenal draw

Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal drew 1-1 with Bayer Leverkusen on Wednesday - (AFP via Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta explained his decision to bring Bukayo Saka off after an hour, a substitution that ultimately made the difference for Arsenal.

Saka captained the Gunners against Bayer Leverkusen in the first leg of the Champions League last-16 tie, but had a tough night in Germany.

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