Bukayo Saka has given “glory to God” after scoring the winning goal to send Arsenal through to the Champions League final.
The midfielder’s strike was the difference in a narrow 1-0 semi-final win on Tuesday night, ending 2-1 on aggregate against Atletico Madrid.
It is the first time Arsenal have made the final of Europe’s top club competition in 20 years, and only the second time in the club’s history
In a post-match interview on Prime Video, the England international was asked about how he scored the goal.
“Sometimes it bounces for you, sometimes it doesn’t. But you have to be there and I was there and it fell for me and I got my goal.
“So, glory to God, I thank God, and we go to the final now,” the 24-year-old said.
Saka was pictured dropping to his knees, pointing to the sky in prayer during his celebration.
Arsenal players have frequently spoken out about how their Christian faith strengthens them as a team, with a group nicknamed the ‘Bible Brothers’ being formed within the squad.