Argentina goalkeeper shocks crowds with divisive gesture after winning World Cup

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By Nasima Khatun

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Argentinian goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez left audiences shocked after his celebration on stage after the FIFA World Cup 2022 final consisted of a pretty risqué gesture...

Now, when I tell you Sunday night's World Cup final was wild, I'm not kidding.

Argentina and France gave us a match that people will be talking about for years to come.

While everything seemed to be going in Argentina's favor for a massive chunk of the game, Kylian Mbappe, hailed as the star player of France's national team, pulled his squad out of their rut with two consecutive goals in the 80th and 81st minute, sending both teams into extra time.

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FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Final match between Argentina and France at Lusail Stadium on December 18, 2022. Credit: Diebilderwelt / Alamy

However, after a nail-biting 30 minutes, followed by an overwhelming defeat on penalties, the French were forced to hand over the victory to Argentina who now have an impressive three World Cup wins under their belt.

Of course, then came the celebrations.

You would think that seeing the players shedding tears of joy with their teammates following such a competitive tournament would be the overall highlight, right? Well, there was a moment that topped that and it seems as though it's become a hot talking point online.

During the post-match ceremony, we saw Argentinian goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez receive the coveted Golden Glove award for his efforts - and well-deserved, may I add.

However, within seconds of holding the award, he placed it over his groin area, making it seem like the accolade was a huge, golden schlong in front of thousands of spectators at Doha's Lusail Stadium, as well as millions of viewers watching at home.

Though the gesture was extremely crude, it seems as though Qatari officials took it pretty well, with just the odd side-eye here and there.

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Emiliano Martinez of Argentina celebrates winning Golden Glove Award. Credit: UK Sports Pics Ltd / Alamy

Besides that, Martinez was praised as a hero for his country, especially during the penalties.

Not only did he manage to save Kingsley Coman's shot, he also dabbled in a few mind games with Aurélien Tchouaméni which proved to unsettle the French player, ultimately making him fire his shot a little too wide.

The Ashton Villa goalkeeper received his Golden Glove award alongside Lionel Messi, who won the best player, Enzo Fernandez who won the best young player and Kylian Mbappe who won the Golden Boot.

Featured Image Credit: Sipa US / Alamy

Argentina goalkeeper shocks crowds with divisive gesture after winning World Cup

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By Nasima Khatun

Article saved!Article saved!

Argentinian goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez left audiences shocked after his celebration on stage after the FIFA World Cup 2022 final consisted of a pretty risqué gesture...

Now, when I tell you Sunday night's World Cup final was wild, I'm not kidding.

Argentina and France gave us a match that people will be talking about for years to come.

While everything seemed to be going in Argentina's favor for a massive chunk of the game, Kylian Mbappe, hailed as the star player of France's national team, pulled his squad out of their rut with two consecutive goals in the 80th and 81st minute, sending both teams into extra time.

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FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Final match between Argentina and France at Lusail Stadium on December 18, 2022. Credit: Diebilderwelt / Alamy

However, after a nail-biting 30 minutes, followed by an overwhelming defeat on penalties, the French were forced to hand over the victory to Argentina who now have an impressive three World Cup wins under their belt.

Of course, then came the celebrations.

You would think that seeing the players shedding tears of joy with their teammates following such a competitive tournament would be the overall highlight, right? Well, there was a moment that topped that and it seems as though it's become a hot talking point online.

During the post-match ceremony, we saw Argentinian goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez receive the coveted Golden Glove award for his efforts - and well-deserved, may I add.

However, within seconds of holding the award, he placed it over his groin area, making it seem like the accolade was a huge, golden schlong in front of thousands of spectators at Doha's Lusail Stadium, as well as millions of viewers watching at home.

Though the gesture was extremely crude, it seems as though Qatari officials took it pretty well, with just the odd side-eye here and there.

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Emiliano Martinez of Argentina celebrates winning Golden Glove Award. Credit: UK Sports Pics Ltd / Alamy

Besides that, Martinez was praised as a hero for his country, especially during the penalties.

Not only did he manage to save Kingsley Coman's shot, he also dabbled in a few mind games with Aurélien Tchouaméni which proved to unsettle the French player, ultimately making him fire his shot a little too wide.

The Ashton Villa goalkeeper received his Golden Glove award alongside Lionel Messi, who won the best player, Enzo Fernandez who won the best young player and Kylian Mbappe who won the Golden Boot.

Featured Image Credit: Sipa US / Alamy