Bukayo Saka and his teammates vowed unity after a disappointing 2-2 draw against West Ham United on Sunday. The Gunners blew a two-goal lead, with Saka’s missed penalty a pivotal moment of the game. Had he found the net, he would have made it 3-1 to Mikel Arteta’s team. Rather than easing the nerves – the England international gave the Hammers a boost.Arsenal feel the heat! Saka’s blunder and a wasted two-goal lead give West Ham a pointSaka posted on Instagram on Sunday evening to apologise for his miss.”Regardless of the outcome, I’ll always accept my responsibility. Apologies, Gunners, I’ll do everything I can to make it right.”Although Arsenal extended their lead over Manchester City to four points, they have played a game more and must go to Etihad Stadium a week on Wednesday.##NAJAVA_MECA_7180196##Midfielder Granit Xhaka said he and the rest of the squad aren’t worried about Saka because they know how strong a personality he has.”This guy is so young. He’s 21. He’s so strong mentally. We are not worried about him. This is one more experience for his future. He will bounce back and he will show a reaction on Friday against Southampton. Penalty misses happens, not only to him but to bigger players than him. This is part of the job, part of his career. It will not be the first and it will not be the last. This is the first I think since he was in the first team. So, if on Friday there is another penalty, I will push him to take it again.”Alexandre Lacazette showing support to his former Arsenal teammate, Bukayo Saka ❤️ pic.twitter.com/UmZ344JvqD— Arsenal Inside (@arsenalinside_) April 16, 2023 The gap between league leaders Arsenal and second-placed Manchester City is now only four points. The Gunners still hold their fate in their hands, but the breathing space is no longer there. Whatever happens, Saka enjoys love and support from the fans and his teammates.Captain Martin Odegaard, who had put Arsenal 2-0 up after ten minutes, has all the faith that Saka will get over the spot-kick disappointment.”These things happen. He has been brilliant all season. He has scored a lot of penalties. He has been clinical from the spot, but today wasn’t the day for him to score from there.”
