The camaraderie inside the Manchester United dressing room is reaching new heights under Michael Carrick. Following a gritty 1-0 victory at the Hill Dickinson Stadium, Kobbie Mainoo took to social media to mock Everton’s aggressive tactics and defend his goalkeeper, Senne Lammens.
Throughout the match, Sean Dyche’s Everton (led by David Moyes in this 2026 scenario) employed “dark arts” during set-pieces, repeatedly swarming and obstructing Lammens inside the six-yard box.
Mainoo’s Social Media Reaction
Mainoo shared a viral post on Instagram featuring a chaotic image of the United penalty area, where Lammens was virtually buried under a sea of Everton shirts.
- The Mockery: Mainoo likened the congested scene to a WWE match, highlighting the “over the top” physicality the Belgian shot-stopper had to endure.
- The Bond: This public show of support from a homegrown star like Mainoo further cements Lammens’ growing status as a key pillar of the new-look United defense.
Lammens: Calm Amidst the Chaos
Despite the relentless pressure, the Belgian produced a Man of the Match performance, claiming high crosses and making several crucial saves to preserve the clean sheet.
“Everton are a physical team; their defenders are massive,” Lammens told Sky Sports. “I had to stay behind the line just to have space to come out. It was too much at times, but you have to focus on the ball, not the players around you.”
Carrick and Moyes Agree: ‘Bloody Brilliant’
The performance earned praise from both sides of the touchline:
- Michael Carrick: “Senne takes the chaos away. He’s quiet and unassuming, but he’s got a real steel. That composure helps the defenders in front of him immensely.”
- David Moyes: The Everton boss was equally impressed, describing the 23-year-old keeper’s display as “bloody brilliant.”
The win moves United just three points behind Aston Villa in the race for third place, with the momentum firmly behind Carrick’s side ahead of the final stretch of the season.
Match Analysis: Lammens vs. Everton’s Set-Pieces
| Stat | Performance |
| Clean Sheet | Yes |
| Crosses Claimed | 6 (Match High) |
| Saves | 5 |
| Match Rating | 8.5/10 (MOTM) |
| Social Media Impact | “WWE” Viral Comparison |
Thiago Nuno is a football editor and analyst covering European leagues, match statistics, and transfer market trends.
