The Arsenal man was awarded the accolade on his birthday and it made for a wholesome video.
A video has been released on social media of Bukayo Saka winning England’s Player of the Year award on his birthday and his reaction is incredibly wholesome. The Arsenal star turned 22 years old yesterday when he found out hewon the prestigious accoladeand was clearly shocked and over the moon with the news.
Tottenham Hotspur’s James Maddison played a part in a heartwarming surprise, adding to the wholesome nature of the video. This marks the second consecutive year that Bukayo Saka has been named England’s Player of the Year, highlighting his remarkable recent performances.
In another heartwarming video, Saka reacted to footage of Arsenal fans expressing their preference for keeping him at the club over winning the Premier League. Clearly touched by the sentiment, his response was genuinely heartwarming.
How did Bukayo Saka find out he was England’s Player of the Year?
With the entire England squad gathered for international duty, it was the ideal moment to arrange something special for Saka and honor him as the nation’s Player of the Year, all while celebrating his birthday.
As Saka was engaged in another activity, Maddison surprised him with a gift-wrapped box and presented it to him in front of the cameras. Initially, Saka was unaware that he had won the prestigious award and assumed it was just a birthday gift, thanking his teammate for the present.
It wasn’t until he opened the box that he realized the significance of the moment, and his stunned reaction was heartwarming. Saka was at a loss for words but expressed gratitude for the award and the special birthday touch.
Having a teammate deliver the news on his birthday added an extra layer of significance to the accolade, creating a memorable moment that Saka will cherish for years. You can watch the full video to see the heartwarming exchange.
A special birthday surprise with a little help from @Madders10… 🎁
For the second season running, your England Men’s Player of the Year connected by @EE is @BukayoSaka87! 👏 pic.twitter.com/2raAmvs2sE
— England (@England) September 5, 2023
How good has Bukayo Saka been this year?
While the current England squad boasts a wealth of talent, making a case for several players deserving such an award, there’s no denying that Saka stood out as the best English player this year.
Saka has been in exceptional form for an extended period, and his contributions to Arsenal’s title challenge last season were invaluable. He consistently posed a threat to defenders and played a pivotal role in Arsenal’s performance throughout the campaign.
Although Arsenal ultimately fell short in their pursuit of the Premier League title, it’s clear that they wouldn’t have been contenders without Saka’s outstanding form. He has also made a significant impact on the international stage, scoring three goals at the Qatar World Cup and recording a hat-trick against North Macedonia.
This generation of English talent is among the most promising groups of forwards the country has ever produced, and at just 22 years old, Saka has established himself as a key player who should be one of the first names on the team sheet. If England aims to achieve success in the future, he will undoubtedly play a significant role in their efforts.