Gabriel could edge it, but you’d be a brave man to bet on it. A 2024 Ballon d’Or winner who knows how to perform in a major final (remember, he scored the goal which won City their first ever Champions League). Either way, this is a fascinating match-up between two players who will play together for England in the World Cup. Some people have suggested Saka hasn’t been quite as his best this season, despite Arsenal’s title chase. Arsenal thrive on chaos and Saka delivers it, even when others are quiet.

Source: Irish Examiner March 21, 2026 14:10 UTC