William Saliba makes history in fine display as Arsenal get off to perfect Premier League start

William Saliba made history in Arsenal's opening match of the 2024/25 Premier League season, a 2-0 victory over Wolves.

Playing the full 90 minutes, Saliba not only helped secure a clean sheet but also reached a remarkable milestone.

This win marked his 50th Premier League victory in just 66 appearances, making him the fastest Arsenal player in history to achieve this feat.

Saliba's journey to this record began two years ago when he made his debut against Crystal Palace.

Since then, his presence has been a consistent factor in Arsenal's success, with the Gunners winning 75.4% of the matches he’s featured in.

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Over these 65 games, Arsenal has kept 30 clean sheets and conceded only 54 goals—an average of just 0.8 goals per game.

In breaking this record, Saliba surpassed Nacho Monreal, who previously held the title, having reached 50 wins in 70 appearances.

Saliba’s achievement is even more impressive when considering the competition. While his teammates Gabriel Jesus and Oleksandr Zinchenko reached 50 Premier League wins faster, they did so with Manchester City, a club that have dominated the Premier League in recent years.

Saliba’s rapid rise highlights his importance to Arsenal's defence and underscores his role in the team's ongoing success.

As Arsenal continue their campaign, Saliba’s record-breaking performance sets the tone for what could be another strong season for the Gunners.