"Saka marked his 300th appearance for Arsenal with the vital goal as his early strike deflected in off Carlos Baleba and snuck through Bart Verbruggen, who failed to react on time. Arsenal had earlier survived a scare as Baleba's lob looped over a displaced David Raya, though Gabriel Magalhaes was on hand to make a recovery."
"At 24 years and 180 days old, Saka became the fourth-youngest Arsenal player to reach 300 appearances, only behind David O'Leary (23 years, 315 days), Cesc Fabregas (23 years, 341 days) and Liam Brady (24 years, 73 days). And it is hardly any surprise that the forward marked his triple century with a goal against Brighton."
"Saka has been directly involved in five goals in six Premier League appearances at the Amex Stadium against the Seagulls (three goals, two assists). Those three goals are his joint-most at an away venue in the league, along with three against West Ham at the London Stadium."
Arsenal secured a 1-0 victory over Brighton, with Bukayo Saka's early strike deflecting off Carlos Baleba and past goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen to decide the match. The win came as Manchester City failed to beat Nottingham Forest, allowing Arsenal to extend their lead at the top to seven points. Brighton created chances to equalize, with Georginio Rutter forcing a save from David Raya and Leandro Trossard missing a late opportunity. Saka marked his 300th appearance for Arsenal with the crucial goal, becoming the fourth-youngest player to reach that milestone. Raya also reached his 100th Premier League appearance for Arsenal in the match.
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