Bukayo Saka just concluded an extensive conversation with France Sport on his history, values, sports, and Arsenal.
In the chat, he talks about the following subjects:
Saka has always been a big fan of Arsenal. He watched games, decorated his room with posters of the team, and fantasized of playing for Arsenal. He talks about growing up in the Arsenal Academy, going to school, playing football as a child, and living his normal life.
Playstyle and Inspirational Characters: Saka’s playstyle blends talent, ingenuity, cruelty, and a strong drive for achievement. He also says he was motivated by going to big games at the stadium.
Life Off the Field: He talks about his personal life, including the athletes who inspire him and his favorite activities, such as shopping, relaxing, and spending time with his loved ones.
Personal Attitudes and Values: He talks about his morals, his beliefs, and his relationships with his followers.
Future Plans and Changes at Arsenal: He talks on the new players, the team’s culture, and his friendship with Mikel Arteta, among other topics.
Leadership and Excitement for the Future: Saka talks about the team’s shared leadership, Arsenal’s changing culture, and his enthusiasm for upcoming opportunities like the Champions League.
Motivations and Goals: He talks about how celebrities have impacted his life and his wish to win awards like the Golden Ball.
Relationship to Nigeria and Community Involvement: He talks about his ideas and sentiments regarding Nigeria, as well as his experiences interacting with local kids.
In this interview, he talks about his desire to motivate the next generation, his role as an example for the kids at the Arsenal Academy, his sense of style, and the kinds of people he would want to read about in interviews.
Saka’s description of herself at a speed-dating event
“I am twenty-one years old.” I play for the Arsenal team. I have been a regular at that club for a long time. In addition to being a major sports lover, I like happiness and love. I think it’s important to be smart and have fun.
“Soccer?” Since I was a small child, I have been aware of it. As soon as I found out about this game, I fell in love. I still think it’s fantastic. In the gated community in front of my house, there were houses arranged in a circle. In the middle was nothing but a green field. Even though there wasn’t a football field, we turned it into one. Everyone went to have fun.
I went there to play with the neighborhood kids after school until our parents called to instruct us to shower and eat dinner. After that, go to bed. The next day was the first day of school. Again, we were successful!