Arsenal Fans React to Bukayo Saka’s First Appearance in 101 Days vs Fulham

Arsenal defeated Marco Silva’s Fulham 2-1 in the Premier League, welcoming Bukayo Saka back to play for the first time in three months. The winger made his comeback via the substitutes’ bench on Tuesday night after missing time due to a hamstring injury sustained at Crystal Palace in mid-December.

After suffering a crushing defeat at the hands of Palace in their last match, Mikel Arteta’s team recovered from the international break to earn three points against the Cottagers. Mikel Merino’s deflected shot in the 37th minute put the Gunners ahead of the west London team before Saka was brought on.

The return of Saka, who took the place of youthful Ethan Nwaneri on the right side of Arsenal’s offensive line, was warmly received by the Emirates supporters. For the north Londoners, it was his first time playing in the pitch in 101 days.

After 101 days away, Bukayo Saka returns…

↩️ Nwaneri
🔛 Saka pic.twitter.com/lPVRpLTJ0S

— Arsenal (@Arsenal) April 1, 2025

Arsenal Fans Delighted at Saka’s Return

‘Special, special footballer’

Shortly after stepping onto the pitch, the starboy had already made his mark. Seven minutes after his return, the England international was left unmarked by the visitors and nodded home at the back post.

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The Emirates supporters were happy to see their star player return, especially with a goal, after Gabriel was sidelined early in the game due to a suspected hamstring injury. Gunners supporters were thrilled to see Saka take the pitch ahead of their crucial Champions League matchup with Real Madrid next week. One fan wrote: “Words cannot express how much I missed you, Bukayo Saka.”

Words cannot express how much I missed you Bukayo Saka.

— WelBeast (@WelBeast) April 1, 2025

Another said, “Saka returns,” highlighting how unavoidable the 23-year-old’s attacking output has become. Saka scores. Was there ever any question about it? Saka was praised by well-known Arsenal supporter and media personality KSI, who said, “SAKA IS BACK.” Cole Palmer of Chelsea got caught in the crossfire of the celebrations of Arsenal fans, as one person noted:

“Saka more league goals this month than Palmer despite being out for 101 days.”

There is no denying the wide player’s extraordinary talent, and his admirers are eager to see him play more frequently in the future. He was called a “unique, extraordinary footballer” by another admirer, who said: “Bukayo Saka. 101 days are out. Seven minutes after his comeback, he scores. A very special football player.