Kenyan Arsenal Fan Surprised With Flight to London in Exclusive Tour

A photo collage of Adrian Ntwatwa together with Arsenal legend Gilberto Silva at the Emirates Stadium on May 14, 2023.
A photo collage of Adrian Ntwatwa together with Arsenal legend Gilberto Silva at the Emirates Stadium on May 14, 2023.
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Adrian Ntwatwa, an Arsenal fan living in Nairobi, got a once in a lifetime surprise after he was flown to London for an exclusive tour of the Emirates Stadium.

A statement by the Fly Emirates dated Thursday, June 8, indicated that the Gooner was flown to the UK in May and watched the North London team take on Brighton FC live at the stadium.

Upon arrival in the UK, the 33-year-old was picked up by club legend Gilberto Silva - who also took him around the iconic Emirates Stadium.

The Kenyan described the Emirates visit as a lifetime opportunity.

From left: Arsenal legend Gilberto Silva, Sam Rugunda, Adrian Ntwatwa and Frimmy at the Emirates Stadium on May 14, 2023.
From left: Arsenal legend Gilberto Silva, Sam Rugunda, Adrian Ntwatwa and Frimmy at the Emirates Stadium on May 14, 2023.
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“This has been a once-in-a-lifetime experience and the whole day at the Emirates Stadium has been incredible!

"I’ve had an amazing day with Gilberto experiencing the iconic stadium and the surprises along the way have been so special," he stated.

During the exclusive tour, the Nairobi resident also got a rare opportunity of welcoming the Arsenal first team ahead of the game.

Ntwatwa also met Arsenal stars such as Gabriel Jesus as well as his Brazilian counterpart, Magalhaes.

He also interacted with Egyptian midfielder Mohamed Elneny on the sidelines of the three-goal game thriller.

Ntwatwa also reunited with Sam Rugunda - a friend living in the UK - after a 10-year separation.

"Seeing the club play at Emirates Stadium together has been on their bucket list for years with their wish finally becoming a reality thanks to Arsenal and Emirates.

"As part of the day, both Adrian and Sam enjoyed a private matchday stadium tour, prime position to see the players arrive off the bus and warm-up pitch side, plus some personalised shirts presented by the cabin crew," read the statement in part.

Adrian Ntwatwa and Sam Rugunda at the Arsenal press room at the Emirates Stadium on May 14, 2023.
Adrian Ntwatwa and Sam Rugunda at the Arsenal press room at the Emirates Stadium on May 14, 2023.
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