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Daily Mirror
Daily Mirror
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Tom Blow

Saudi Arabia fans mock Lionel Messi with Cristiano Ronaldo reference after Argentina win

Saudi Arabia fans performed Cristiano Ronaldo's iconic "siu" celebration after their nation's famous victory against Argentina - rubbing salt in Lionel Messi's wounds.

Argentina were beaten 2-1 by Herve Renard's side at the Lusail Stadium on Tuesday in one of the biggest shocks in World Cup history. Lionel Scaloni's team, who are regarded as one of the favourites for the tournament, were widely expected to beat the Saudis.

Argentina took the lead through Messi's penalty and had the ball in the net four times during the first half, with the other three goals disallowed for offside. Yet strikes from Saleh Al-Shehri and Salem Al Dawsari secured an astonishing win for the underdogs.

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