Alex Iwobi blasted on social media after holding his nose following stand-off with Hamari Traore

ALEX IWOBI was slammed as “disgusting” and “disrespectful” on social media after holding his nose following a stand-off with Hamari Traore.

The Arsenal midfielder squared off with his Rennes opponent late in the 3-0 win at the Emirates on Thursday night.

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Iwobi appeared to kick out at Traore before the two exchanged words from close range in injury time.

The Gunners star then took a few steps backwards and held his nose – appearing to tell the Rennes player his breath smelt.

Some Twitter users found Iwobi’s gag hilarious.

But many others criticised the Arsenal midfielder, calling him “unprofessional” and “classless”.

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One Twitter user wrote: “Am an Arsenal fan but that was absolutely disgusting by Iwobi. He shouldn’t have done it to his fellow professional.”

Another tweet read: “That was classless of Iwobi…..nahh!!! It’s a shame. Really.”

Another social media user commented: “Iwobi is a fool, get that disrespectful kid out of my beloved club.”

And another Twitter post read: “Naaaah Iwobi that’s is DISGUSTING and DISRESPECTFUL.”