Nigerian artist Adekunle Gold, a passionate Manchester United fan, took to X to rally support for the team ahead of their Europa League final match against Tottenham. His post, “Manchester United against the whole world. Lol. Una eye go peel! Brb!!!,” captures his unwavering loyalty and optimism, setting the tone for a heated exchange among fans. As the match approaches, Adekunle Gold’s bold statement has ignited a mix of enthusiasm, skepticism, and banter, reflecting the intense rivalry and high stakes of the game.
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Manchester United against the whole world. Lol. Una eye go peel! Brb!!!
— BIG FISH 🦈 (@adekunleGOLD) May 21, 2025
Adekunle Gold’s X post, shared just hours before the UEFA Europa League 2024/25 final in Bilbao, as noted on UEFA.com, showcases his deep connection to Manchester United. The phrase “Manchester United against the whole world” reflects a sentiment of defiance, a common rallying cry among United fans, especially given the team’s challenging season. His playful tone, with “Lol. Una eye go peel! Brb!!!,” adds a lighthearted yet confident vibe, suggesting that opponents and doubters will be shocked by United’s performance.
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Adekunle Gold’s history with the club, as detailed in a 2022 Manchester United article, underscores his passion—he has long drawn inspiration from United’s pride and resilience, even collaborating with fellow United fan Davido on tracks like “Champion Sound.” The post has sparked a vibrant thread of reactions, reflecting the polarized sentiments among football fans. @T_sznn responds with a meme illustrating a lone Manchester United fan facing a crowd of rival supporters from clubs like Manchester City, Chelsea, and Tottenham, captioned, “Call me a fool if united wins today!!!” This visual, shared at 15:57 UTC, humorously captures the underdog narrative Adekunle Gold alludes to. Conversely, @UtdspyG at 16:10 UTC adds nuance, stating, “Today’s match is not just about Spurs,” linking to additional context, possibly hinting at broader implications like Champions League qualification, a point echoed in a Sky Sports article from the same day noting United’s 4/5 odds to lift the trophy. Support for Adekunle Gold’s optimism is evident in replies like @UnclePamilerin’s at 15:56 UTC, who shares an image of United players celebrating with the Champions League trophy, saying, “Sha go and look for another Pr,” implying confidence in a victory. Similarly, @OlatunjiNelson at 16:02 UTC posts a photo of a smiling fan in a United jersey, declaring, “We will bring it home.
They will be so hurt.” However, not all reactions are positive—@DarijokeO at 15:56 UTC references a past video Adekunle Gold made after a semi-final win, threatening to “paste you later tonight after spurs win,” indicating skepticism about United’s chances. @OfQudus at 16:04 UTC adds a cultural jab, saying, “Adekunle lo for ko bale seh you are losing tonight,” alongside the same meme of United facing multiple rivals. The match’s significance extends beyond the trophy. As reported by WorldFootball.net, Manchester United’s manager Ruben Amorim emphasized that a return to the Champions League is “more important than winning his first trophy” in this final, highlighting the stakes for United’s season. Adekunle Gold’s post, therefore, taps into a broader narrative of redemption and resilience for the club, which has faced scrutiny under Amorim’s tenure, including a recent 2-0 loss to West Ham that left him “embarrassed.”
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Fans like @Ajokehub at 16:41 UTC echo this hope, stating, “We are bringing this home😍😍,” while @p_ayanfe at 15:55 UTC predicts a 3-1 victory, exclaiming, “We are shocking d universe tonight #GGMU.” The cultural context of Adekunle Gold’s support is also noteworthy. As a Nigerian artist, his allegiance to Manchester United reflects the global reach of the club, particularly in Africa, where United has a massive following. His use of Nigerian Pidgin—“Una eye go peel!”—adds a local flavor, resonating with fans who share his cultural background. This aligns with his 2022 message to United supporters worldwide, as quoted on ManUtd.com: “Glory Glory Man United! For life.” The replies, filled with images of United jerseys and celebratory moments, underscore the communal spirit Adekunle Gold fosters through his fandom.
