Manchester City star Jack Grealish has shared a heartwarming reason behind his new goal celebration, revealing that it’s dedicated to his newborn daughter. The forward celebrated in a special way after scoring in England’s 3-1 Nations League victory over Finland, a match in which he opened the scoring for the Three Lions. His goal came in the first half, where he coolly slotted in after receiving a superb through ball from Angel Gomes. Immediately after finding the back of the net, Grealish ran to the camera, sucking his thumb in a symbolic gesture, a touching tribute to his newborn baby.
The celebration must have been an emotional sight for Grealish’s partner, Sasha Atwood, who gave birth to their daughter, Mila Rose, at the end of September. While the couple had kept the news relatively private, Grealish made the public announcement just last week. When asked about the emotional celebration during an interview with ITV Sport after the match, the 29-year-old explained, “Yeah, that celebration was for my little girl, bless her.” His face lit up with pride and joy, and he went on to add, “I’m really thrilled, so that one’s for her.”
It’s clear that this moment holds a special place in Grealish’s heart, not just as a father but also as a footballer. Fans of Manchester City will no doubt hope to see many more of those thumb-sucking celebrations as the season progresses, marking important milestones for both Grealish and his young family.
Despite his success on the international stage, Grealish is still awaiting his first Premier League goal of the season for Pep Guardiola’s team. However, he’s already provided two crucial assists and has been a vital part of City’s attacking setup. His role this season has grown significantly, with Guardiola relying more on him compared to last year, when he struggled to cement his place in the squad. In fact, Grealish’s lack of consistent form last season led to him missing out on a place in England’s European Championship squad, a tough setback for the forward.
This year, however, seems to mark a turning point for Grealish. Not only has he become more integral to City’s tactical approach, but his confidence on the field appears to be growing, perhaps spurred on by his new role as a father. As the season progresses, Grealish will be eager to add goals to his tally and continue celebrating in honor of his daughter. City fans, thrilled by his newfound form, will undoubtedly be looking forward to what lies ahead, both for Grealish and for the team as a whole.
His emotional connection to the game, fueled by the arrival of his daughter, could be just what Grealish needs to take his performances to the next level. There’s no doubt that personal milestones, like becoming a father, can inspire players to greater heights, and Grealish seems poised to show that on the pitch. As City push for more silverware this season, his contributions will be crucial, and fans will be watching closely to see if he can translate his passion and pride into match-winning performances.