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“Gooners”: “French Footballer’s Fan’ Joel Embiid Emphaticaly Erupts On Social Media Minutes After Manchester United’s Humbling 3-1 Loss to Arsenal

Utathya Ghosh
|PublishedSep 03, 2023

"Gooners": "French Footballer's Fan' Joel Embiid Emphaticaly Erupts On Social Media Minutes After Manchester United's Humbling 3-1 Loss to Arsenal

Joel Embiid
Credit: Twitter (NBA)

Joel Embiid recently took the Twitterverse by storm with an emphatic eruption. His post left no doubt that he was referring to the thrilling showdown between Manchester United and Arsenal, which had just concluded moments ago.

During the game, Manchester United found themselves on the losing end, succumbing to Arsenal with a final score of 1-3. Late strikes from Declan Rice and Gabriel Jesus sealed the deal for the Gunners.

Joel Embiid’s Arsenal fandom shines through

Joel Embiid’s unwavering allegiance to Arsenal is no secret. The towering NBA star once again reaffirmed his devotion to the North London club.

Unable to contain his excitement, Embiid tweeted:

“GOONERS!!!”

He erupted on Twitter following Arsenal’s dramatic victory over Manchester United. Embiid’s tweet, which encapsulates his passion for the Gunners, left fans and fellow enthusiasts buzzing with excitement.

Joel Embiid has a French reason for being an Arsenal fan

One of the reasons behind Embiid’s affection for Arsenal is their historical association with French players.

Speaking to Sports Illustrated, he claimed:

“I’ve always been big on French people. A lot of people might not agree … They’ve always had a lot of French players.”

However, in today’s thrilling match, there were no French goalscorers to fulfill his affinity. Despite this, the exhilarating performance by Arsenal left Embiid, and all Gunners fans worldwide, celebrating in style.

About the author

Utathya Ghosh

I'm Utathya, the resident basketball wordsmith and editor extraordinaire at The SportsRush's NBA section. When it comes to writing about the NBA, I've got the authority of a referee with a whistle and the flair of a player with a killer crossover. My love affair with the NBA has been going strong for a solid 8+ years, and trust me, it's been a wild ride. From buzzer-beating shots to mind-boggling dunks, I've witnessed it all. And through it all, one player has captured my heart and handles like no other: Kyrie Irving. That man's got moves that make me question the laws of physics. But enough about my favorite player. Let's talk about my natural talent for writing. They say the pen is mightier than the sword, but when it comes to basketball, my words are like three-point bombs that leave you in awe. I've got a knack for capturing the intensity of the game, the drama of the locker room, and the passion of the fans, all while keeping it entertaining and relatable. So, whether you're a die-hard fan or just getting your feet wet in the world of basketball, join me on this court of words as we dive into the thrilling world of the NBA. From epic comebacks to mind-blowing trades, I've got the inside scoop and the witty commentary to keep you hooked. Get ready for a slam dunk of articles that'll have you shouting "swish" with every read!