Timber's 'enjoy this one, Gooners' post gets Liverpool approval
Arsenal's win at Anfield has sparked an unexpected social media moment, with Liverpool midfielder Ryan Gravenberch appearing to like an Instagram post from Jurrien Timber celebrating the victory.
The Gunners secured a 1-0 win at Anfield on Sunday, with Kai Havertz scoring the decisive goal to give Mikel Arteta's side their first Premier League win at Anfield since 2012. After the match, Timber shared a photograph on Instagram showing him in a heated exchange with Liverpool's Alexis Mac Allister, captioning the post: “Proud of the team! Enjoy this one, Gooners.”
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Gravenberch's like sparks backlash
According to the Evening Standard, Liverpool supporters quickly noticed that Gravenberch had appeared to like Timber's post, prompting an angry reaction on social media. Some fans questioned the midfielder's loyalty, with others suggesting he should be sold or disciplined by the club.
Gravenberch, 24, was an unused substitute during Liverpool's defeat. He and Timber are close friends, having played together at Ajax for two years before continuing their relationship as teammates with the Netherlands national side.
It remains unclear whether Gravenberch personally liked the post or whether the interaction was made by someone managing his social media account. The incident has nevertheless caused frustration among sections of the Liverpool support following a disappointing result against their Premier League rivals.
A friendship beyond club colours
The bond between Timber and Gravenberch predates their current club allegiances, rooted in their shared time coming through at Ajax before both moved to the Premier League. That history has clearly carried over into their international careers with the Netherlands, where the pair remain regular teammates.
For Arsenal, the win at Anfield represents a significant marker given how long it had been since the club last won there in the league. Timber's post, and the online fallout it has caused among Liverpool fans, has only added to the attention surrounding the result.
Neither club has commented further on the matter, and the episode looks set to remain little more than a talking point among supporters in the coming days.
