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England coach Southgate defends Arsenal attacker Saka: He's such a super boy

Gareth Southgate has sent a message of support to Bukayo Saka after England's penalty shootout loss to Italy in the Euro 2020 final.

The Arsenal starlet missed the decisive spot-kick which handed victory to Italy.

"He's not on his own," said the England manager.

"He's such a super boy. He's been a star and he's going to continue to be a star. We've got to be there to support and help him.

"He'll get a lot of love from outside because of what he's done in this tournament."

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