From the thriller at Anfield to the late-night drama at London Stadium, it was another gripping weekend of Premier League action.
Conor McGregor was supported by Jesse Lingard, and in Spain it seemed that Luis Suárez was sending a message to Barcelona coach Ronald Koeman.
Here’s our pick of the best of this weekend’s social media.
DON’T SIUUU ME!
Andros Townsend had plenty to brag about when he earned Everton a draw with Manchester United and his celebration surprised some.
The winger copied Cristiano Ronaldo’s iconic ‘Siuuu’ celebration.
For what some had thought was a show of derision, Townsend cleared up the confusion by posting photos of the moment of celebration alongside Ronaldo’s shirt with the caption: “Nothing but respect for the GOAT.”
In the post-game interview, Townsend said: “I wasn’t impersonating, it’s just a show of respect for a guy who influenced my career.
“Maybe I should have spent a little more time in the celebration because it was not great, but it was out of respect for Cristiano, and it is an honor to be in the same field as him.
“This boy is my idol”
SCREEN ‘WITHOUT TEETH’
Arsenal traveled home with a Brighton point, but Gabriel Magalhaes returned home without two teeth.
With a broken smile, Gabriel visited his dentist to have his teeth fixed and at dawn on Sunday the Brazilian posted on his Instagram story showing his newly repaired bars.
The Brazilian lost one of his pearly whites during the club’s celebratory farewell to David Luiz, and Thomas Partey and Willian couldn’t contain their laughter.
Gabriel collides with Brighton goalkeeper Robert Sánchez
Gabriel broke two teeth in a collision with Brighton
Gabriel was all smiles after getting his gnashers fixed
In hilarious post-game scenes, Arsenal’s outfielders and coaching staff could be seen assisting in the search for Gabriel in the background as coach Mikel Arteta and his players conducted their post-match interviews.
When asked about the incident, Gunners chief Arteta laughed and told reporters: “You are here and very close to him so that you can help him.”
THE INFLUENCE OF MMA
Not one, but two mixed martial arts artists appeared on our social media during the Manchester United vs. Everton clash.
While promoting his Proper Twelve whiskey, Conor McGregor posted on Instagram wearing a retro Manchester United uniform from the 1990s, featuring the club’s iconic former sponsor, Sharp.
United’s Jesse Linagrd showed his appreciation to McGregor by commenting with a handshake emoji next to a red circle.
And McGregor’s nemesis Khabib Nurmagomedov was in attendance at Old Trafford on Saturday and was seen holding his own custom jersey with the number 7, representing his hero, Ronaldo.
It is a known fact that Khabib and Cristiano Ronaldo go back a long time, having become close friends during the Portuguese forward’s stint at Real Madrid, whom Khabib supports.
MERGER IN ANFIELD
Liverpool’s James Milner was tormented by Manchester City, especially Phil Foden, according to Roy Keane.
The former Manchester United man jokingly claimed that Milner had ‘gone home in an ambulance’ because he couldn’t keep up with the 21-year-old.
And Manchester City fans loved Keane’s statement:
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He’s spitting out raw facts– Izzy (@ izzy900is) October 3, 2021
Ahahahahahha henderson vs foden i love this
– Manchester is blue ???? (@ SadhanaAchary15) October 3, 2021
Roy Keane’s statement came shortly after Pep Guardiola’s sideline collapse, where the Spaniard believed that James Milner should have been sent off for a foul on Bernado Silva.
Enraged with anger and speaking to fourth official Mike Dean, the Manchester City manager removed his jacket, which was followed by a yellow card.
Pep Guardiola takes off his jacket as if he were about to fight the fourth official. Man loves to get angry and become a meme in this accessory, doesn’t he? ????
– Did he cross the line? (@diditcross) October 3, 2021
CRYPTIC CELEBRATION
In La Liga, Luis Suárez celebrated his goal against his former club Barcelona by making the gesture of a phone call to Ronald Koeman as he watched from the stands.
It was reported that Koeman spoke to Suarez in a phone call that lasted just 60 seconds telling the star that his time at the Camp Nou was up.
The Dutchman under fire saw Atletico Madrid beat his team in a 2-0 loss and fans were quick to share Suarez’s celebration online.
However, when asked what the celebration meant, Suárez said: “It was for people who know I have the same number, so they know that I’m still on my phone.
“It was something that I had agreed with my children. It wasn’t for Koeman at all.
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