Marcia Lewis experienced an unforgettable moment as she watched her son, Myles Lewis-Skelly, make his Champions League debut for Arsenal, and her emotional reaction spoke volumes.
Myles was brought on as a stoppage-time substitute for Bukayo Saka during Arsenal’s 2-0 victory over Paris Saint-Germain.
The 18-year-old’s appearance came nearly a year after signing his first professional contract with the club.
Having already made his Premier League debut in a 2-2 draw against Manchester City in September, this Champions League debut marked another milestone in his budding career.
In heartwarming footage, Marcia can be seen shaking her head in disbelief as her son’s substitution is announced, clearly overwhelmed by the moment.
When Myles’ name appears on the big screen, she lets out an excited scream, covers her mouth, and taps her loved ones, fully realizing that her son is playing on Europe’s biggest stage.
Her joy is palpable as she claps enthusiastically, raising her arms to celebrate this proud family achievement.
With tears in her eyes, Marcia manages to utter, “Oh my God,” capturing the depth of her pride and excitement.
Lewis-Skelly, who hails from Islington, has had an eventful few weeks. Having risen through the ranks of Arsenal’s Hale End academy since his early days as an under-nine, he has quickly established himself as a promising talent.
Notably, during his Premier League debut against Manchester City, he was even booked on the sidelines for what the PGMOL described as “showing a lack of respect for the game” after being sent to communicate with goalkeeper David Raya, who appeared to be time-wasting.
Manager Mikel Arteta has been full of praise for the young midfielder. “He’s a competitor,” Arteta said. “Every duel he enters, he engages with his teammates and always maintains eye contact. He’s a special character with versatility. He can play as a left-back, No.6, or No.8, adapting to different roles. His intelligence and competitive edge make him stand out at this level, and he’s eager to succeed.”
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