Arsenal player ratings vs Fulham: Bukayo Saka leads rout as Gunners beat Fulham 3-0

Arsenal 3-0 Fulham: Saka Shines on Return as Gunners Cruise at the Emirates

Arsenal barely broke sweat as they brushed Fulham aside 3-0, with Bukayo Saka stealing the headlines on his first league start in weeks. A goal and an assist, sharp movement, and then off at the break job.

Viktor Gyokeres wasn’t far behind either, quietly racking up two goals in a game that was effectively settled before halftime.

Goalkeeper & Defence

David Raya (7/10):

A quiet evening, almost too quiet. Barely called into action and did what little he had to without fuss.

Ben White (6/10):

Looked a bit off it, if we’re honest. Tried to support attacks but his passing let him down more than once.

William Saliba (7/10):

Had the freedom to step forward and use the ball. Nearly picked out Gabriel with a clever delivery — comfortable throughout.

Gabriel Magalhaes (7.3/10):

Enjoyed the physical side of things. Strong in the air, aggressive when needed, and always a nuisance at set-pieces.

Riccardo Calafiori (7.5/10):

One of Arsenal’s brighter outlets. Constantly involved down the left, unlucky not to score, and made a vital block early on. Very complete display.

Midfield

Myles Lewis-Skelly (7.2/10):

Looked right at home in midfield. Kept things simple, won his duels, and rarely gave the ball away. One of those tidy performances you notice more on a second watch.

Declan Rice (7.4/10):

Had time and space all game and used it well. Nothing flashy, just controlled the tempo and kept everything ticking before being taken off.

Eberechi Eze (6/10):

Had a hand in one of the key moments with a smart pass through. Drifted a bit after the break, though, and didn’t quite stamp his authority on the game.

Attack

Bukayo Saka (8.5/10):

Back, and like he never left. Sharp, direct, and full of confidence. Took his goal well and created another, exactly what Arsenal needed before Tuesday.

Viktor Gyokeres (9/10):

Clinical and efficient. Took his chances well and linked up nicely with Saka. Could’ve had a hat-trick, which says a lot about his night.

Leandro Trossard (8/10):

Lively from the start. Always looking to make something happen and got his reward with an assist. A constant threat down the left.

Subs & Manager

Noni Madueke (6/10):

Picked up where Saka left off in terms of direct running. Gave Fulham’s defence something else to think about.

Martin Zubimendi (6.5/10):

Slotted in without much drama. Kept possession moving and did the basics well.

Gabriel Jesus (6.1/10):

Didn’t get too many clear chances but stayed involved. One or two half openings, nothing more.

Max Dowman (5/10):

Short cameo but showed a glimpse of confidence on the ball. One to keep an eye on.

Cristhian Mosquera (N/A):

Late introduction, but made an important defensive intervention. Stayed alert.

Mikel Arteta (8.2/10):

Couldn’t have asked for much more. Game wrapped up early, key players protected, and momentum maintained heading into Europe.