Observant fans have noticed the distinct approach taken by Myles Lewis-Skelly compared to his Arsenal teammates during the guard of honour prior to their Premier League match against Liverpool on Sunday afternoon.
The Gunners were required to acknowledge this season’s champions, as Mikel Arteta’s squad appears poised to finish as runners-up for the third consecutive year after trailing behind Arne Slot’s champions.
While analysts and fans have discussed whether they would applaud Liverpool onto the pitch under similar circumstances, the visiting team did indeed assemble at Anfield to greet the Reds.
Nevertheless, some supporters have pointed out that the young player Lewis-Skelly executed the guard of honour in a manner that differed slightly from the majority.
As footage of the guard of honour emerged online, fans were quick to spot the moment that the camera glanced towards Lewis-Skelly’s direction, where the young full-back was seen not clapping the Liverpool players onto the pitch like the rest of his teammates.
While the rest of the Arsenal squad were seen showing their respects, the starlet was instead clasping his hands while watching his opponents enter the field.
Reaction to Lewis-Skelly’s snub was strong online, with several Liverpool fans condemning the wonderkid for his actions.
One fan said: “Lewis-Skelly not clapping. Teenager or not, that’s extremely strange, needs to learn to be humble and show respect,” while another added: “Lewis-Skelly didn’t clap… Lol I’ve always known he was arrogant but I didn’t know he lacked respect. He needs to grow up.
“It was not a great first-half display for Lewis-Skelly or the rest of the Arsenal team, who went 2-0 down thanks to goals from Cody Gakpo and Luis Diaz.
However, they were back on terms by the 70th minute as strikes from Gabriel Martinelli and Mikel Merino pulled them level.