London, November 23, 2024 – Arsenal fans at the Emirates were treated to a moment of magic as Ghanaian midfielder Thomas Partey scored a sensational goal during the Gunners’ emphatic 3-0 victory over Nottingham Forest. But beyond the brilliance on the pitch, it was a deeply personal celebration that stole the hearts of fans.

Partey, renowned for his poise and versatility, unleashed a thunderous long-range strike in the second half, netting Arsenal’s second goal of the evening. The stunning goal was not just a display of skill—it was a heartfelt tribute to his newborn daughter, Alaia.

Following his wonder strike, Partey celebrated by pointing to the stands where his girlfriend, Janine Mackon, and their daughter were watching. He then placed his thumb in his mouth, a universal symbol of fatherhood, before sharing the touching moment with his fans on Instagram. The caption read: “This is for you, ALAIA.”

The game itself was a masterclass in dominance from Arsenal. Bukayo Saka opened the scoring in the 15th minute after an earlier effort by Jurien Timber was ruled offside. Youngster Ethan Nwaneri capped the evening with a late goal, but it was Partey’s 25-yard rocket that captured the spotlight.

This was the Ghanaian star’s first goal since August, underscoring his ability to deliver in crucial moments. With Arsenal flying high in the Premier League, Partey’s focus now shifts to replicating this stellar performance in their UEFA Champions League clash against Sporting Lisbon on Tuesday.