Saka was named player of the match during England’s 6-2 win against Iran in Qatar
By Kehinde Okeowo
Arsenal winger, Bukayo Saka has been named as the England Player of the Year by English fans for the second year running.
The Gunners forward beat England captain and Bayern Munich striker, Harry Kane and Real Madrid midfielder, Jude Bellingham to win the prize.
Saka on the way to picking the award, finished top of the voting for the 2022/2023 season with the most votes from fans.
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The 22-year-old, who made his Three Lions’ debut in October 2020, scored seven goals in 10 games over the last year for England. This includes three goals at the 2022 World Cup.
He was named player of the match during England’s opening 6-2 win against Iran in Qatar, as well as in the wins over Ukraine and North Macedonia in Euro 2024 qualifiers.
The game against North Macedonia saw him grab a first career hat-trick.
Prior to winning the latest prize, Saka on August 29, won the Men’s PFA Young Player of the Year ahead of free scoring Manchester City striker, Erling Haaland and Chelsea’s new midfielder, Moises Caicedo.
He won the prestigious award in recognition of his role in the Gunners’ unexpected title challenge last season.
Saka scored a career-high 15 times in all competitions, as well as providing 11 assists for Mikel Arteta’s side last season.
He was also involved in all 38 Premier League games Arsenal played.
