Hannibal’s Response to Mo Salah Celebration Claims Sparks Man Utd Fan Debate

Manchester United’s rising star, Hannibal Mejbri, has addressed the recent controversy surrounding his imitation of Mo Salah’s iconic goal celebration during Tunisia’s friendly match against Egypt. In a game that saw Tunisia secure a 3-1 victory, Hannibal and teammate Hamza Rafia playfully replicated Salah’s yoga-inspired goal celebration.

For those unfamiliar with Salah’s trademark move, it involves raising his left leg to his right knee and clasping his hands together in a prayer-like pose, symbolizing balance and grounding. Salah, a Liverpool and Egypt superstar, is known for this unique celebration.

During the match, Salah played the full duration but struggled to leave a significant impact, while Hannibal entered the game in the final 10 minutes, earning his 26th cap for Tunisia. The celebration sparked a heated debate among fans, with many interpreting it as a mockery of Salah’s trademark celebration.

However, Hannibal took to TikTok to clarify his intentions, sharing a picture of the celebration with a fan commenting, “Mo Salah’s biggest fans.” In response, Hannibal stated, “Inspiration for us all,” suggesting that his gesture was meant as a sign of respect rather than mockery.

Hannibal’s career has been on the rise, making 41 appearances in various competitions during his loan spell at Birmingham last season. He also featured prominently for Manchester United during the pre-season this summer. Nevertheless, his chances of breaking into the first team at Old Trafford seem limited, with players like Casemiro, Christian Eriksen, Mason Mount, and Sofyan Amrabat ahead of him in the pecking order. Despite this, Hannibal’s talent and potential continue to make him a name to watch in the world of football.