Bukayo Saka is honoured with the Socrates Award at the Golden Top ceremony 2026, in recognition of his humanitarian contribution and dedication to people in need.

In cooperation with the charity organization “Big Shoe,” the star of Arsenal has helped change the lives of many people in different parts of the world.

In Nigeria, Saka has financed 120 household operations under difficult economic conditions.

In Morocco, he has contributed to providing 50 homes for 84 families and 89 children affected by the earthquake, while in Turkey he has supported the home of 26 families displaced by devastating earthquakes.

Through co-operation with Antonio Rüdiger, the English also supported health care and medical examination programmes in Rwanda, Kenya, Tanzania and Sierra Leone.

The Socrates Award praises football personalities who exploit their influence to promote humanity and bring positive changes to society. At this price, Saka testifies that a footballer’s influence can go far beyond the playing field. /Telegraphy/