Klopp Sparks Controversy After Guardiola’s Six-Finger Gesture in Liverpool’s 2-0 Win Over Man City

Klopp Sparks Controversy After Guardiola’s Six-Finger Gesture in Liverpool’s 2-0 Win Over Man City

Liverpool’s 2-0 victory over Manchester City at Anfield was more than just a pivotal moment in the Premier League title race. It was a clash of giants that sent shockwaves across the football world. Goals from Mohamed Salah and Darwin Núñez sealed the win for Jurgen Klopp’s side, giving Liverpool an 8-point cushion over City and marking Pep Guardiola’s sixth consecutive defeat—a streak unheard of in his illustrious managerial career. But the real drama unfolded after the final whistle.

As the Anfield faithful celebrated, Guardiola, visibly frustrated, turned toward the Liverpool fans and raised six fingers in the air. The message was unmistakable: a reminder of the six Premier League titles he had won in his time managing Manchester City. The gesture was bold, defiant, and sparked an immediate reaction in the stadium and online. It was a moment of theatre, but one that took a darker turn when Klopp decided to weigh in.

In his post-match interview, Klopp was asked about Guardiola’s gesture. His response was biting. “Six fingers? Well, maybe it’s time to start counting losses too,” he said with a smirk, referring to City’s recent struggles. The remark was met with mixed reactions—cheers from Liverpool fans and sharp criticism from City supporters. But Klopp didn’t stop there. “I think it’s a bit rich to talk about past trophies when today you couldn’t even get a goal. Football is about now, not the past.”

Social media erupted almost instantly. Hashtags like #SixFingers and #KloppVsPep began trending, with fans of both clubs trading barbs. Pundits weighed in as well, with some calling Guardiola’s gesture “unsportsmanlike” and others accusing Klopp of lacking class in his response. Former players like Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher offered contrasting takes during their post-match analysis, fueling the debate further.

Behind the scenes, reports suggest that the tension spilled over into the tunnel, with members of both coaching staffs having a heated exchange. While no physical altercation occurred, the rivalry between Klopp and Guardiola has now reached a new level of intensity.

The controversy has overshadowed what was otherwise a masterful performance by Liverpool, who look increasingly like title favorites. For City, the loss adds pressure as they face an uphill battle to catch up. As for Klopp and Guardiola, their war of words is likely to dominate headlines for weeks to come, adding yet another layer to one of football’s most captivating managerial

rivalries.