Gary Lineker and Micah Richards left in awe of Arsenal star Declan Rice
Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice earned widespread praise after scoring in his team’s 2-0 victory over Burnley, which keeps Arsenal six points clear at the top of the Premier League after ten matches. Mikel Arteta’s men dominated the first half thanks to goals from Viktor Gyokeres and Rice, securing another clean sheet at Turf Moor.
Following the win, TV pundits Micah Richards and Gary Lineker highlighted Rice’s performance as a key factor in Arsenal’s consistency this season.
"It is interesting watching Arsenal, because we talk about them every week, and it is the same old story, isn't it? They keep a clean sheet and deny opportunities; they work really hard," said former Manchester City defender and Arsenal fan Micah Richards on The Rest is Football podcast.
"I don’t like singling out just one player, as it’s a team effort, and Arteta deserves credit for building that. But Declan Rice has taken his game to a new level, becoming one of the best in world football," Richards added.
Meanwhile, Arsenal supporters continue to celebrate Rice’s growing influence, as retailers such as Fanatics have launched discounts of up to 60% on official Arsenal merchandise.
Author’s Summary
Declan Rice’s standout display against Burnley drew admiration from pundits Richards and Lineker, reaffirming his status as one of the top midfielders in world football.