William Saliba was one of Arsenal's standout performers in their hard-fought 1-0 win over Everton on December 20, 2025, with the phrase "Big shift from Saliba" trending among fans after the match, Softfootball reports. The official Arsenal X handle posted the message and a short video, praising the defender's strong and disciplined display at the back.
His performance played a key role in Arsenal holding on to their narrow lead in a very physical and tense game. The match was closely contested, with Arsenal forced to dig deep to secure all three points against Everton in a feisty Premier League clash .
Saliba's showing against Everton reflects his overall consistency this season. In the 2025-26 Premier League campaign, he has featured in 13 matches, helped the team keep six clean sheets, and been part of a defence that has conceded only five goals. He has also impressed with his ball use, recording a passing accuracy of 95 percent, showing his importance not just in defending but also in building play from the back.
