Manchester United forward Amad Diallo drew attention on social media after taking a cheeky swipe at Arsenal’s tactics following Sunday’s thrilling 3-2 victory at the Emirates Stadium.
The Red Devils handed the Premier League leaders their third defeat of the season, leaving Arsenal’s title ambitions under increasing scrutiny.
Arsenal have become synonymous with set-piece efficiency this term, netting 26 goals from corners and free-kicks – the highest tally across Europe’s top five leagues – a statistic that has frustrated rival fans.
During Sunday’s clash, the Gunners appeared to have rescued a point when Mikel Merino scored in the 84th minute, only for Matheus Cunha to slam home a late winner, leaving United celebrating a dramatic comeback.
The social media exchange that followed caught the attention of many. Arsenal supporter Jay had predicted a 4-0 victory for his side on X ahead of the match, joking, “Arsenal are winning 4-0, they just sent me the script.”
Diallo quoted the post after the final whistle, pairing a picture of the 3-2 result with the comment: “Enjoy KID,” accompanied by a winking emoji.
Jay replied in mock outrage: “Buck me in ends g, don’t tweet me ever again.” Diallo, doubling down, took aim at Arsenal’s tactics: “Your only hope is a corner (laughing emoji). Be humble KID (shushing emoji).”
Your only hope is corner🤣
Be humble KID 🤫
— Amad (@Amaddiallo_19) January 25, 2026
The playful but pointed jab underlined the growing perception that Arsenal rely heavily on set-piece routines, leaving them vulnerable to well-executed opposition strategies.
Sunday’s result leaves Arsenal facing pressure at the top of the table, with Manchester City and Aston Villa both picking up wins over the weekend.
United, buoyed by the victory, return to Premier League action on Sunday against Fulham, while Arsenal head to Kazakhstan to face FC Kairat in the UEFA Champions League, seeking to steady their campaign and maintain their slender advantage at the summit.
