‘Head is gone’ – Guardiola’s bizarre reaction after he is told about Lewis-Skelly mocking Haaland in Arsenal celebration
PEP GUARDIOLA did not have much to say as he was told about Myles Lewis-Skelly emulating Erling Haaland’s celebration.
Arsenal defeated the reigning Premier League champions 5-1 at the Emirates on Sunday.
Lewis-Skelly, who was available after having his red card vs Wolves rescinded, scored the Gunners’ third of the afternoon.
The teenager responded by sitting down in a meditative pose, a celebration made famous by Haaland.
After the game, Guardiola was asked about the gesture in his press conference.
Looking exasperated, he said: “Oh, I didn’t see. Did they do that? That’s good.”
He then continued: “That’s good. Haaland’s celebration, they have done it? Oh yeah?”
Guardiola, 54, then added “That’s good” one more time before getting up and leaving the press conference.
Arsenal fans were thrilled at the six-time Premier League winner’s response.
One wrote on social media: “Head is gone.”
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While a second commented: “This man is gone.”
However another social media user responded: “City are battering Arsenal next game.”
Another added: “He looks like a DEFEATED man.”
Despite their big celebrations, which included Gabriel appearing to say something to reigning Golden Boot winner and Prem champion Haaland, Arsenal remain second in the Premier League table – six points behind leaders Liverpool.
Arne Slot’s men also possess a game in hand.
City, meanwhile, are fourth in the league – 15 points off top.