Bizarre moment Arsenal star David Raya and his groomsmen dance into wedding venue wearing inflatable tuxedos
The hilarious moment came ahead of the goalie's wedding to partner Tatiana.
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Raya and his glamorous new wife got hitched in front of friends and family during a glittering ceremony in their native Spain.
But before the big day, Arsenal's No1 decided to have some fun with his groomsmen.
Brilliant footage captured the moment Raya and his pals arrived at the wedding venue dressing in inflatable tuxedos.
The happy group celebrated the occasion by dancing around, with the extra padding causing little issue to their movements.
It was certainly a joyous way to kickstart the festivities.
Raya and wife Tatiana started dating in 2021, with the pair enjoying life together at Brentford before heading to Arsenal two years later.
Raya popped the question last year during a romantic meal, with the blushing bride instantly accepting.
She used to work in a nightclub before meeting Raya and now has a career as a model.
The Spain stopper also enjoyed a stag do trip with his groomsmen to Las Vegas in June.
And after marrying Tatiana, the loved-up couple jetted away for a romantic honeymoon as they lounged around on a boat.
David Raya can't keep his hands off model wife Tatiana on honeymoon after Arsenal star gets married
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The pair do not have any children yet, but they do share a banned American XL bully which has received an exemption due to it being a home guard dog.
Fans congratulated Raya and Tatiana after their big day.
One said: 'He's our No1, I know he will keep her safe.'
Another declared: 'Stunning.'
One noted: 'My keeper!'
Another added: 'Congratulations safe hands.'
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