Mikel Arteta was buzzing to see Bukayo Saka in his 18 after three months away from the pitches of the Premier League, and he'll love that Saka quickly marked his return with a 73rd-minute goal.

Saka's 68th goal for Arsenal in all competitions was his first as a substitute, coming six minutes and 36 seconds after coming on

Declan Rice believes Bukayo Saka’s return to fitness will be a “real boost” for Arsenal after the winger scored on his return against Fulham. Saka’s goal in the 73rd minute was the difference in the Gunners’ 2-1 victory over London rival Fulham after Mikel Merino had opened the scoring just before half-time.