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'He’s so good' - Arsenal defender William Saliba praises Manchester United star ahead of Premier League clash

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Arsenal defender William Saliba has admitted that Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford is 'a tough player to play against' ahead of the two sides meeting at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday.

The two Premier League rivals will go head-to-head in an early season indication of whether they could be fighting it out in the upper reaches of the table this season.

Erik ten Hag's side will be hoping they can improve their disastrous away form of late and claim a valuable three points, although the Gunners are bound to prove tough opposition after mounting a surprise title charge last term.

If United are to come away from the game with three points, Rashford is likely going to need to be on form - although it seems the Gunners are aware of just how good a player he is.

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