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Manchester Evening News
Manchester Evening News
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Max Channon

World Cup: Lewd gesture with trophy by Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano 'Emi' Martinez's divides opinion

Argentina's goalkeeper appalled many fans - but delighted others - with a lewd gesture during the World Cup winner's ceremony.

The 3-3 game is already being hailed as the greatest World Cup final ever. But it was soured for some by the antics of Emiliano 'Emi' Martinez.

The Aston Villa shot-stopper had just collected the Golden Glove trophy, after his team beat France on penalties. Despite conceding three goals in the final, Martinez had previously kept three clean sheets - more than any other 'keeper at the tournament.

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