Following the game, Saliba shared several Instagram photos. Two images quickly drew attention from fans. The first shows Saliba standing with Gyökeres during the match, while the second captures Saliba leaving his club teammate on the ground in a challenge. These posts sparked discussion among supporters, with many interpreting the images as a playful jab at Gyökeres after Sweden’s exit.
Arsenal fans have long praised Saliba as one of the club’s most entertaining characters, often joking about his sense of humor. The latest social media activity led to a wave of reactions, with comments suggesting Saliba was teasing Gyökeres. Fans described the post as savage or mockingly sly, noting that the sequence of photos appeared to target Gyökeres following the World Cup result.
Gyökeres had been a standout for Sweden before the tournament, helping the team reach the knockout stage during a period when their progress was far from certain. Prior to the World Cup, Gyökeres had publicly stated his reluctance to face a fellow Arsenal teammate in France, a scenario that ultimately came to pass as France defeated Sweden to eliminate Gyökeres from the competition.
Sweden’s World Cup campaign, at times reaching the knockout rounds, reflected Gyökeres’ influence and consistency throughout the tournament. Despite the disappointment of the exit, the Swedish forward had delivered one of his team’s best performances, reinforcing his status as a key attacker for his country.
