Dean Henderson won’t have many better days in his life and he made sure the merriment carried on into the night.
Crystal Palace’s FA Cup final hero saved an Omar Marmoush penalty in their 1-0 win over Man City at Wembley and pulled off a string of stunning saves.
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He was, controversially, allowed to remain on the pitch despite VAR looking at him handling the ball outside the area whilst in close combat with Erling Haaland.
Henderson also rowed with Pep Guardiola on the pitch at full-time as the pair disagreed about the 28-year-old’s time management.
But nonetheless he earned deserved plaudits for a stupendous display between the stick in the the Wembley showpiece.
And after the match, with celebrations in full swing, the ex-Manchestser United shot-stopper was belting out the latest chant from fans.
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In recent years, Shakira’s World Cup 2010 song ‘Waka Waka (This Time For Africa)’ has become a go-to for supporters with its catchy tune and simple lyrics.
Arsenal famously use it to honour versatile forward Kai Havertz, while Newcastle fans also sing it for Joelinton.
In recent weeks Tottenham supporters have adapted it to celebrate their run to the Europa League final.
And quickly Palace are also using it, with Henderson catching on quickly
On the balcony at Wembley Box Park he belted out: “Tsaminamina, hé-hé.
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“Waka waka, hé-hé.
“Twelfth again, who gives a f***.
“We’ve won the FA Cup!”
Supporters sang along in delight with their Wembley hero acknowledging the club’s unerring ability to finish between 10th and 14th during their current 12-year stay in the Premier League.
The Eagles are currently 12th and unable to finish any lower.
However, given the festivities after their iconic first ever major trophy win you imagine they may not be in the best shape to beat both Wolves on Tuesday and Liverpool next Sunday.
Henderson’s song isn’t the only moment going viral from Crystal Palace’s FA Cup win.
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Many fans were sad to that midfield star Adam Wharton was unable to take part in the on-pitch celebrations and trophy lift due to concussion protocols.
He was struck in the head by a Kevin De Bruyne shot in the second half and was eventually forced off, along with centre-back Marc Guehi who also took a knock to the head.
And manager Oliver Glasner’s comments when they lost 5-2 to Man City in April were also brought back into focus.
The Eagles took a 2-0 lead before they allowed the Citizens to storm to victory.
In his post-match press conference, the Austria said: “Yes, I said to Pep afterwards, ‘If we meet again you can’t play in this system because we will solve it.”
And Crystal Palace’s Twitter account reposted the clip after the win adding: “We warned you…”
Their trophy parade will now take place on Monday, May 26 in south London.
