Every football manager has that expression after watching another frustrating 90 minutes. This Fantasy Sports Portal meme imagines José Mourinho asking one very important question: what’s eating Gilbert Grape?
Borrowing the title of the famous film, the joke plays on football’s habit of reading far too much into every unhappy face seen on the touchline.
A Football Twist on a Classic Film
What’s Eating Gilbert Grape? is a well-known film title, making it the perfect setup for a football meme.
Replacing Gilbert Grape with Pep Guardiola creates an instant visual joke for supporters familiar with football’s biggest managerial rivalry.
Every Camera Finds the Manager
Modern football broadcasts love cutting to the dugout.
Whether celebrating a goal or reacting to another missed chance, managers rarely escape the spotlight.
A serious expression is often all it takes for supporters to invent a story.
Behind the Meme
The humour comes from combining popular culture with one of football’s most recognisable faces.
Sometimes no explanation is needed.
The expression says everything.
