The convoy pulled up outside the Emirates, and even before Izan stepped out, he could hear them.
The low hum of thousands of voices—restless, eager, waiting.
Arsenal had kept everything tight-lipped, with no leaks or advance teasers. Yet somehow, word had spread like wildfire.
As he walked through the tunnel, flanked by club officials, the energy became palpable.
The stadium wasn't just half full. It was more than that—and growing. Fans continued streaming in, filling the stands, the lower tiers packed while the upper levels saw clusters growing by the second.
Some waved Spanish flags, others had homemade banners welcoming him. And despite the sheer number of people, the Emirates was silent.
Holding its breath.
And then—
Izan stepped onto the pitch.
The eruption was immediate.
A deafening roar thundered through the stadium, rolling like a wave.
The cameras shook slightly as the sheer force of the cheers filled the air. It wasn't just applause; it was a statement.
