The Theatre of Memes: Manchester United boss’ bizarre ‘dive’ an internet hit

With eight goals in the last two games, Louis van Gaal’s Manchester United are finally starting to provide some entertainment at Old Trafford.

So is the Dutchman himself.

In a moment that drew laughter around the iconic stadium – and Photoshops on social media – Van Gaal fell to the ground on purpose while remonstrating with fourth official Mike Dean in the technical area during the second half of United’s 3-2 win over Arsenal in the Premier League on Sunday.