​He received the award of the best goalkeeper of the World Cup-2022, the reaction to which caused a wave of criticism around the world. Emiliano Martinez offered an explanation for the empty gesture at the awards ceremony at the end of the game between Argentina and France (the South Americans won on penalties).

Goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez and an empty gesturePhoto: Heuler Andrey/SPP / Shutterstock Editorial / Profimedia

Argentina won the FIFA World Cup after a dramatic final with France, the draw was decided on penalties (2-2 after 90 minutes, 3-3 after 120 minutes, 4-2 on penalties for the Argentines).

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Emiliano Martinez and a naked gesture in front of French fans at the 2022 World Cup final

Emiliano Martinez was one of Argentina’s best in the finals, and his displays helped Messi and company win the World Cup in Qatar.

Rightfully awarded the best goalkeeper of the final tournament, Martinez took the trophy and brought it to the level of the genitals.

The gesture went viral and there was much criticism of Emiliano’s reaction.

A few hours after the end of the game, the Argentine goalkeeper also explained his strange reaction.

Martinez says the gesture was aimed at the French fans who booed him.

“I did it (without an open reaction) because the French fans booed me. This arrogance doesn’t suit me,” Emiliano Martínez was quoted as saying by La Red, as quoted by AS.com.

“It was a game in which we suffered a lot, although we were in control. They came back and pressed. I have dreamed of this trophy since childhood, I cannot express in words how I feel now.

I was very calm at the start of the penalty shootout, I also told my colleagues to stay focused.

I dedicate this victory to my family. I went to England when I was young to put an end to my life and this win means everything,” added Emiliano Martinez.

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