Bukayo Saka was spotted taking a fan’s scarf during an emotional celebration as Arsenal sealed their place in the Champions League final.
It was a night to remember for the Gunners – especially for father and son duo Rod and Al Burgess.
The 16-year-old was celebrating in the stands with his dad when the star winger approached them from the pitch.
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Al, full of emotion, was holding his scarf out when suddenly Saka took it off his hands and wrapped it around his neck whilst giving the young supporter a thumbs up.
The amazing clip racked up a whopping 863,900 views and over 110,000 likes.
“At first I couldn’t even believe it was happening,” Al, from Hatfield Heath, Essex, told Whats The Jam.
“It was such a surreal moment seeing my favourite player take my scarf and celebrate with it.
“It honestly felt unreal.
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“Me and my dad were buzzing the whole night and the atmosphere was crazy.
“It’s definitely one of the best matches I’ve ever been to.”
The footage was taken at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday (5 May) night during their 1-0 win over Atletico Madrid.
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The Gunners advanced to the final after beating the Spanish side 2-1 over the two legs – with Saka scoring the winning goal.
The England star can be seen swinging the scarf around his head before leaving the pitch.
Fortunately for the 24-year-old winger, Al is fine with him holding onto it.
He said: “Honestly, not really.
“Seeing Saka with it after such a massive win made it worth it. It was a moment I will never forget.
“I’ve supported Arsenal my whole life because of my dad, so I’ve grown up watching them.
“The video going viral has been mad and I appreciate all the support people have shown. It’s a moment me and my dad will never forget.”
Viewers were left in awe by the video.
One person said: “Starboy can do whatever.”
Another person added: “It was an honour, be real.”
One other person said: “I saw that when I was watching the game and me and my dad was laughing because he just walked away with it.”
One person added: “Was waiting for this POV.”
Another person said: “Hopefully, he will return it to you with the whole squad’s signature.”
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