Bukayo Saka to remain on spot-kicks despite West Ham costly miss , Mikel Arteta confirms.

The England international failed to convert from 12 yards on Sunday as Arsenal dropped two crucial points in the title race after they were held to a 2-2 draw by West Ham at the London Stadium. It was the first time he had missed a spot kick since the Euro 2020 final and subsequently received support from former Arsenal players like Ian Wright after he apologised to the fans on social media for failing to convert.

Manager Arteta continues to have Saka's back and when asked whether the forward will still be on penalty duties in Thursday's press conference, he replied: “Yes. If not, I will go on the pitch and pass him the ball and make sure he takes the next one."

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