Fans all saying the same thing as Bukayo Saka scores two England tournament goals since Euro 2020 penalty heartbreak
FANS have all been saying the same thing after Bukayo Saka netted twice for England against Iran.
The Arsenal winger scored the Three Lions’ second goal of the game to put them in control in their World Cup opener.
Jude Bellingham had headed England in front, but Saka’s strikes got fans talking.
Many are suggesting that it is his redemption after missing a penalty in the shootout of the Euros final in 2020.
One tweeted: “I cheered this goal like a Man United player scored it.
“Saka was racially abused after missing that penalty against Italy, at Euro 2020, I bet those same s*** bags are cheering him right now.
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“Redemption for the 21-year-old.”
Another said: “Saka’s redemption arch continues.”
A third added: “Little piece of redemption for Saka in an England shirt. I feel like a proud dad.”
A fourth chimed in with: “Very happy for Saka.
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“Redemption arc after the way the Euros ended – fitting with his form at Arsenal this season. Lovely finish.”
Raheem Sterling made it three for England before half-time.
Saka scored his second goal of the game in the 62nd minute after a good run into the opponent’s box.
Marcus Rashford also got his own bit of redemption after his penalty miss at the Euros.
The Manchester United forward netted with his third touch of the game after coming on as a second-half substitute to make it five for England.
After the game against Iran, Saka and co will face the USA and Wales as they look to make it out of the group.