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Gary Lineker has his say on the poor form of “brilliant” Raheem Sterling
As many of us have witnessed this season, it’s been a little up and down performance wise.
Taking apart teams one week with some of the best football we’ve seen at the Emirates in years, and looking sluggish and moribund as an attacking force the next.
Frustrating? Certainly. Such is the journey we are on as Arsenal slowly but surely climb their way to the Premier League summit.
Maybe not today, maybe not tomorrow, but soon. Trust in the process and all that.
For all of the media narratives that get peddled about this beloved club, the fact remains that it’s still on an upward trajectory.
It goes without saying that a trophy or two wouldn’t be sniffed at, but the pillars are being put in place so that the first-team can flourish for years to come.
There have been some brilliant success stories over the course of Mikel Arteta’s tenure, whilst some players haven’t really lived up to expectations.
Raheem Sterling could be said to be one of the latter, and those searching for a reason why his form has been so poor might cock an ear in Gary Lineker’s direction.
One goal and two assists in 16 games (transfermarkt) shows a player in evident decline.
Lineker believes the levels he reached earlier in his career could be to blame.
Speaking on the Rest is Football podcast, the Match of the Day host noted:
“I love Raheem, I always have. He has been a brilliant player for so long.
“Do you know what I like about Raheem? He is always willing to put himself up for it. He is never afraid.
“If there was a penalty next week, if he was allowed, he’d put grab that ball and go and take it.
“I admire him for it. It’s one of the reasons that he has had the career he’s had.
“I know it’s not been probably what he would have wanted over the last couple of years but I wonder if that’s because he played so much football at such a young age.”
Whether he can recapture some of that early career form is debatable, and the likelihood is he’ll remain a squad player for Arteta at best.
Former England striker and football pundit Gary Lineker has weighed in on the recent poor form of Manchester City forward Raheem Sterling, calling the player “brilliant” but expressing concern over his recent performances.
In a recent interview, Lineker praised Sterling’s talent and ability on the pitch, describing him as a “brilliant player” with immense potential. However, Lineker also highlighted Sterling’s recent struggles and questioned his form in front of goal.
“Raheem Sterling is a fantastic player, there’s no denying that. But his recent performances have left a lot to be desired,” Lineker said. “He’s not been as clinical in front of goal as we know he can be, and that’s a concern for both Manchester City and England.”
Lineker’s comments come after a series of underwhelming performances from Sterling, who has struggled to find the back of the net in recent matches. Despite his undeniable talent, Sterling’s form has raised questions about his role in the Manchester City team and his place in the England squad.
“It’s important for Raheem to get back to his best form as soon as possible,” Lineker added. “He’s a key player for both club and country, and he needs to start delivering on the pitch.”
Whether Sterling can rediscover his form remains to be seen, but with the support of fans and football experts like Gary Lineker, there’s hope that the talented forward can bounce back and prove his doubters wrong.
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