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Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand has said that Bukayo Saka is England’s most important player.
Saka played a key role as England defeated Switzerland to reach the semi-finals of the European Championship.
The Arsenal winger scored a superb goal to draw level with England 10 minutes from time.
Breel Embolo put Switzerland ahead in the 75th minute.
In the penalty shoot-out, Saka also scored his goal and England won 5-3.
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Reacting to Saka’s performance, Ferdinand used his nickname C to heap praise on Saka.
“I dare say Bukayo is England’s most important player,” Ferdinand wrote.
Saka, named Man of the Match, will hope to help the Three Lions reach back-to-back Euro finals when they face the Netherlands in the semi-final on Wednesday.
Ronaldo Koeman’s side came from a goal down to beat Turkey 2-1 in Saturday’s quarter-finals.
The other semi-final will see the three-time European Championship winners face off against two-time champions France.
