20.04.2025 14:50
The goal celebration associated with Mauro Icardi led to a player receiving a red card in Brazil. The referee's report stated that Elias, a player from Vila Nova, a Serie B team, made "provocative and mocking gestures towards the opposing fans" while performing the goal celebration where the Argentine star puts his hands to his ears. The national press described this incident as "shameful."
In the 3rd week of Brazil Serie B, the match between Goias and Vila Nova, which ended in a 2-2 draw, made headlines not only for the goals but also for the red card given for the goal celebration associated with Galatasaray star Icardi after the last-minute goal.
RED CARD FOR ICARDI CELEBRATION
Vila Nova equalized to 2-2 in the 89th minute with a goal from Arilson. Vila Nova's right-back Elias celebrated the goal by putting his hands to his ears. Elias, who performed the goal celebration recently associated with Mauro Icardi, received his second yellow card and was sent off.
THE WHOLE COUNTRY IS TALKING ABOUT THIS INCIDENT
Elias's red card after his goal celebration caused a significant stir in the Brazilian press. The national media wrote that the decision was disgraceful. Furthermore, the referee's report stated that Elias made "provocative and mocking gestures towards the opposing fans" during his goal celebration.