Gary Lineker and Micah Richards left in awe of Arsenal star Declan Rice

Gary Lineker and Micah Richards Praise Arsenal Star Declan Rice

Arsenal sit at the top of the Premier League table after a 2-0 victory against Burnley on Saturday, with England midfielder Declan Rice scoring his side's second goal.

Match Overview

Mikel Arteta's team secured a strong win at Turf Moor thanks to first-half goals from Viktor Gyokeres and Declan Rice. This victory puts Arsenal six points clear after 10 league games, underlining their impressive season start.

Expert Praise for Declan Rice

"It is interesting watching Arsenal, because we talk about them every week, and it is the same old story isn't it?" said former Manchester City defender and Arsenal fan Micah Richards on The Rest is Football podcast. "They keep a clean sheet and they deny opportunities, they work really hard and I don't like singling out just one player, because I feel like it is a team effort, and I have to give Arteta credit for building that. It looked like it was coming, couldn't quite get over the line, now it looks like it is back."

"But I have to identify Declan Rice. Declan Rice has taken his game to the next level, where you are talking about him being one of the best in world football."

Summary

After the latest win, Rice's all-around performance has been widely recognized, with pundits spotlighting his development into one of the world's elite midfielders.

Additional Note

Author's summary: Declan Rice's standout display against Burnley highlights his rise as a top midfielder, with Arsenal solidifying their lead in the Premier League under Arteta's management.

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Football London Football London — 2025-11-03

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