Raheem Sterling’s Potential Record-Breaking Performance

Raheem Sterling is on the verge of setting another remarkable record as an Arsenal player when they face Leicester City. Since joining Arsenal on loan from Chelsea, Sterling has been in fine form and is already making an impact at the Emirates, both with his performances and by being on the verge of breaking several records.

Joining Premier League Legends

If Sterling scores twice in the match against Leicester, he will become the fourth player in Premier League history to score two goals in a single game against the same opponent for three different clubs. He has previously achieved this feat against Leicester while playing for Manchester City and Chelsea. This would place him alongside Premier League legends Robbie Fowler, Darren Bent, and Andy Cole, who have also accomplished this rare achievement.

Sterling's Previous Achievements

Sterling’s versatility and attacking prowess were evident in his strong performance and goal against Bolton in the League Cup. As Arsenal prepares for the Leicester City clash, Sterling will be eager to continue his record-breaking run and help his team secure another important win.

A Glimpse into the Future

Sterling's record against Leicester City could be a good sign for us, and he might come off the bench to be a hero for us. However, we would rely on every player on our team to get the job done and not one individual.

A Unique Achievement

Fowler ran riot against Bolton in his career, with hat-tricks against them for Liverpool and Leeds, before bagging a brace against the same opponents for City in 2004. The Trotters were also current talkSPORT co-host Bent's chosen victims during spells at Charlton, Tottenham and Sunderland, as he netted doubles for the former two and a hat-trick for the latter. Meanwhile five-time Premier League champion Cole was a regular thorn in West Ham's side, with two-goal performances for Newcastle, Manchester United and bitter rivals City.

Sterling's Previous Heroics

Sterling's previous heroics against Leicester came in consecutive appearances for his previous two teams. In December 2021, he got on the score sheet twice for the Citizens in a thrilling 6-3 win, before his first goals in Chelsea's colours in August 2022 secured a 2-1 victory over the Midlands outfit.

Sterling's Chance to Shine

Admittedly, the Englishman's chances of joining the exclusive club on Saturday depend largely on whether he makes Mikel Arteta's starting XI. Since arriving on loan at the Emirates on transfer deadline day, Sterling has featured three times off the bench - before starting against Bolton in the Carabao Cup.

A Display That Caught Attention

And his latest performance may well have boosted his chances, as he marked his first start with a goal and an assist for 17-year-old Ethan Nwaneri against their League One opponents. The 29-year-old's display was praised by Arteta after the match, who said: “[His performance] it was very good. I think he’s getting better and better. I think physically you can tell that he’s making steps. The moment the game opened up a little bit, you know what he can do, how he can deliver. He was involved in a few goals, so a very positive night for him.”

Competition for the Starting Spot

Fellow wide man Leandro Trossard missed the Bolton clash following his red card in the Gunners' last league outing against City. And having seized his chance against Bolton, Sterling will hope this could work in his favour as he bids to add his name the history books against Leicester.

Arsenal's Strong Position

Arsenal head into the Emirates clash as huge favourites, sitting just two points off leaders City in the table in fourth place, having narrowly missed out on victory against the champions last time out. Meanwhile the newly-promoted Foxes are yet to record a league win this season, with three draws and two defeats so far.

A Match to Watch

The upcoming match between Arsenal and Leicester City promises to be a captivating encounter. Sterling’s potential record-breaking achievement adds another layer of intrigue to the game. With Arsenal’s strong form and Sterling’s recent resurgence, fans are eagerly anticipating a thrilling match.