EXCLUSIVE: Ruben Dias Spots Maya Jama in the Crowd and Shares Heartwarming Moment with Teammate Bernardo Silva
Manchester City continued their winning streak with a 2-1 victory over Nottingham Forest, where summer signing Rayan Cherki shined. The highlight, however, was when defender Ruben Dias pointed out his partner Maya Jama in the away crowd, leading to a sweet interaction with teammate Bernardo Silva. Explore this heartwarming moment and more insights in this exclusive blog post!
Manchester City made it six league wins on the spin when they travelled to Nottingham Forest on Saturday afternoon. City briefly went top as they claimed a 2-1 victory at the City Ground, with summer signing Rayan Cherki the star performer for Pep Guardiola's side. Cherki was directly involved in both City goals, scoring a sumptuous winner to spark jubilant scenes in the away end.And Love Island presenter Maya Jama was in the away end at the City Ground on Saturday as she watched her partner, Ruben Dias, marshal the City backline in Saturday's lunchtime kick-off. The couple went public with their relationship earlier in the year, and Jama has been a regular at the Etihad Stadium to watch the Portugal international in action.However, she enjoyed a wholly "different" experience as the 31-year-old saw City briefly go top of the Premier League table at the weekend. Alongside posting a photo and video on her official Instagram account, she wrote: "Was a whole different experience being in the crowd at an away game."After the game, the City players went over to applaud the crowd for their support in what was a tough game in the Midlands. And Dias spotted Jama in the crowd, pointing her out to teammate and compatriot Bernardo Silva.In the clip posted by @footballontnt, Dias can be seen pointing our Jama to Silva with a smile on his face and saying: "There's Maya!"Looking for smarter football bets? Get expert previews, data-driven predictions & winning insights with GOAL Tips on Telegram. Join our growing community now!City briefly went top of the Premier League following their Cherki-inspired win over Forest on Saturday. The former Lyon man provided the assist for Tijjani Reijnders' fourth league goal since his arrival from AC Milan. Forest were level shortly after as Omari Hutchinson bagged his first goal since his arrival at the City Ground from Ipswich.Cherki then scored the winning goal for City after a deep corner was headed back to the France international by centre-back Josko Gvardiol for the 22-year-old to rifle past John Victor from the edge of the box.City's lead at the top of the Premier League table only lasted a few hours as Arsenal returned to the summit with a 2-1 win over Brighton to re-open up a two-point lead over Pep Guardiola's side. Martin Odegaard scored the opening goal for the Gunners against the Seagulls, before a Georginio Rutter own goal doubled Arsenal's advantage.Diego Gomez struck midway through the second half to set up a tense finish at the Emirates, though Arsenal held out to secure a third successive league win.Arsenal are next in action in midweek when they host high-flying Aston Villa in north London. Villa came from behind to claim a 2-1 win over Chelsea to move back to within three points of the Gunners, and one of City, as Ollie Watkins came off the bench to net twice at Stamford Bridge.City, meanwhile travel to the Stadium of Light to face Sunderland on New Year's Day in a bid to land a seventh successive league win. It remains to be seen whether Jama will be in the away in Tyne and Wear to ring in 2026.
Ruben Dias Spots Maya Jama in the Crowd
During City's match against Nottingham Forest, Ruben Dias caught sight of his partner, Maya Jama, in the away end. The Portuguese defender, known for his prowess on the field, couldn't help but share the precious moment with his compatriot Bernardo Silva. Dias was seen pointing out Maya to Silva with a smile, showcasing the bond between teammates extending beyond the pitch.
Cherki Shines as City Secure Win
Rayan Cherki emerged as the star player for City in their clash against Forest, contributing significantly to both goals. His standout performance not only secured the victory but also brought joy to the away fans, including Maya Jama, who witnessed the game from a different perspective. Cherki's partnership with Tijjani Reijnders proved fruitful, resulting in crucial goals that temporarily placed City at the top of the Premier League table.
Arsenal Reclaim the Summit
City's momentary lead at the top of the table was short-lived, as Arsenal reclaimed the summit with a 2-1 triumph over Brighton. Despite City's impressive form, the Gunners managed to reopen a two-point lead, showcasing the competitive nature of the Premier League race. As Arsenal prepares to face Aston Villa in their next fixture, the battle for the top spot intensifies, making every upcoming match a crucial one.
Exciting Matches Ahead for City and Arsenal
As City gears up to face Sunderland on New Year's Day aiming for their seventh consecutive league victory, all eyes will be on their performance. On the other hand, Arsenal's upcoming clash against Aston Villa promises to be a thrilling encounter, with both teams vying for supremacy in the league. The inclusion of Maya Jama in the away crowd adds an extra layer of excitement, highlighting the support system behind the players.
