After a historic night for the Albanian National Team, Rey Manaj has become the symbol of victory against Serbia. The red-and-black striker scored a spectacular goal that not only gave Albania three points but also remained in the memory of all Albanians as a moment of national pride.

The celebration with the eagle gesture and the emotional message that followed have made Manaj a beloved figure not only in Albania but also in Kosovo and the diaspora.

Through a post on social media, Manaj made it clear that this victory had a special dedication:

“This victory is for them,” he wrote in a video showing him celebrating the goal alongside images of children from Kosovo during the war.