Rasmus Hojlund took to social media to mock Kyle Walker after their heated encounter during the Manchester derby, where Walker’s controversial dive sparked a melee. The incident occurred in the first half when Walker tackled Hojlund late, leading to a forehead-to-forehead clash between the two players.
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Despite minimal contact, Walker dramatically fell to the ground, clutching his face, which left Hojlund visibly bemused. Harry Maguire was furious, rushing over to confront Walker, while Erling Haaland intervened.
Roy Keane was critical of Walker’s actions during halftime, calling it “embarrassing” when shown a replay of the incident. Both players received yellow cards from referee Anthony Taylor.
However, it was Hojlund who had the last laugh, as Manchester United came from behind to win the match, thanks to a late goal from Amad Diallo. After the game, Hojlund posted a picture of their clash on Instagram along with a playful poem:
“Manchester is red. Violets are blue. What a brilliant performance. But the Oscar goes to…”
United fans loved Hojlund’s witty remark, with many praising his confidence and social media skills. Comments poured in, with one fan stating, “Rasmus Hojlund has just absolutely rinsed Kyle Walker.”
United manager Ruben Amorim made headlines by dropping Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho from the matchday squad. This indicates that player performances in training and games are closely monitored. He emphasized that every detail matters in his evaluations, stating, “I pay attention to everything… and then I decide.”
Hojlund’s playful jab at Walker added to the drama of a thrilling Manchester derby, reflecting the competitive spirit between the teams.
