Former Nigeria international Odion Ighalo celebrated with a series of social media jabs following Manchester United’s stunning 3-2 victory over Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium this past Sunday. The lifelong United supporter expressed his delight as goals from Bryan Mbeumo, Patrick Dorgu, and an 87th-minute winner from Matheus Cunha secured three vital points for the Red Devils under interim manager Michael Carrick.
Ighalo took to Instagram immediately after the final whistle to hail the resilience of his former club and deliver a pointed message to the North London faithful.
The striker’s enthusiasm stems from his deep-rooted connection to the club, where he made history in 2020 as the first Nigerian-born player to represent Manchester United. During his tenure at Old Trafford, Ighalo notched five goals and one assist in 23 appearances, solidifying his status as a fan favorite despite his short stay. His latest reaction highlights the shift in momentum at United, who now occupy fourth place in the Premier League table after securing back-to-back wins against local rivals Manchester City and league leaders Arsenal.
Beyond his praise for the team’s performance, Ighalo used his Instagram story to poke fun at the silence of Arsenal fans on social media. The Gunners’ loss saw their lead at the top of the table shrink to just four points, sparking a wave of mockery from rival supporters. Ighalo remains one of the most vocal ex-players in the United community, frequently engaging with the club’s global fanbase during major matchdays.
Odion Ighalo shared his passionate assessment of the club’s current status on Instagram: “Manchester United, we are back, the biggest and best club in the whole world. We are going to keep them quiet this time. The quiet from Arsenal fans on social media is proudly sponsored by Manchester United.”
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