In the aftermath of a dramatic Manchester derby, Rasmus Højlund has mocked Kyle Walker with a scathing post on Instagram, adding a layer of tension to the already charged encounter between Manchester United and Manchester City. The match, which saw United stage a remarkable comeback, was filled with intense moments, including a heated exchange between Højlund and Walker.
As the game neared its climax, tensions boiled over during a confrontation between the two players. The physical altercation, referred to as “handbags,” almost led to further drama, but was diffused before escalating. Despite the heat of the moment, Højlund seemed to take the opportunity to take a subtle dig at Walker on social media.
On Instagram, Højlund posted a poem-like message that both celebrated United’s victory and poked fun at Walker. The post read: “Manchester is red. Violets are blue. What a brilliant performance. But the Oscar goes to…” Højlund’s choice of the word “Oscar” was a clear reference to Walker, implying that the City defender had overacted or exaggerated the situation, particularly regarding their confrontation during the match. It was a cheeky and mocking way for Højlund to underscore his side’s success in the derby while taking a jab at Walker’s role in the incident.
The tension between the two players could add fuel to the growing rivalry between United and City, especially considering the emotional nature of derbies and the fierce competition between the clubs. Højlund’s Instagram post is just the latest chapter in this ongoing feud, adding a personal rivalry to the already heated Manchester derby narrative.