BUKAYO SAKA has been hailed for making one young Arsenal fan’s Christmas.
The winger, 24, played an instrumental role in Saturday’s 2-1 win over Brighton at the Emirates.
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Saka handed his boots to one lucky young fanCredit: Unknown
His gesture received a positive reaction on social mediaCredit: Unknown
His cut-back to assist Martin Odegaard set Arsenal on their way in the 14th minute, and an own goal from Georginio Rutter was enough to clinch the points despite Diego Gomez pulling one back for the Seagulls in the second half.
After the full-time whistle, Saka showed that his class is not just limited to the pitch.
As he made his way down the tunnel, the England ace stopped, removed his boots and handed them to a young supporter who was standing nearby with a Saka sign.
Arsenal coach Gabriel Heinze then put an arm around Saka as if to approve of his wholesome gesture.
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Adoring fans were quick to chime in when a clip of the moment did the rounds on social media.
One X user wrote: “Saka’s got a heart of gold. That kid’s Christmas just got legendary!”
Another commented: “Saka is pure class on and off the pitch. Moments like that show why he’s so loved by everyone.”
A third posted: “What a great gesture to a young fan, well done Bukayo.”
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Saka assisted Odegaard in the 2-1 win over BrightonCredit: Getty Images
And a fourth responded: “That’s very good of him. The young fan will never forget that.”
The win moved Arsenal back to the top of the table after Manchester City‘s slender victory over Nottingham Forest earlier in the day.
Mikel Arteta’s men sit two points clear at the summit as we approach the halfway point in the campaign.
Saka and his Gunners team-mates are desperate to get their title push over the line after finishing second in each of the last three seasons.
Next up is a testing clash with surprise title contenders Aston Villa in North London on Tuesday.
