Bukayo Saka claims fitness ahead of World Cup despite Tuchel's comments
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 1:05 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Bukayo Saka stated he is 'ready to go' for the World Cup after Thomas Tuchel indicated the Arsenal winger might not be fully fit. Tuchel mentioned Saka's inability to both start and finish matches consistently, citing a lack of consecutive training. Saka acknowledged the support from Arsenal's medical team and confirmed his improved condition. Given Saka's importance as a key player for England, Tuchel may limit his minutes early on to preserve him for the tournament's later stages.
- •Tuchel indicated Saka may not be at full fitness.
- •Saka claims he is ready to contribute for England.
- •England's World Cup campaign commences this summer.
- •Saka's set-piece capabilities are vital for England.
- •Tuchel may rotate Saka to manage his fitness.
- 1:05 PMYahoo Sports — Saka makes fitness claim after Tuchel’s ‘not 100%’ comments
"Bukayo Saka has insisted he’s ‘ready to go’ despite suggestions from England boss Thomas Tuchel that the Arsenal winger still isn’t 100% fit.Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty ImagesThomas Tuch...
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