What does Kylian Mbappe’s goal celebration mean?

KYLIAN Mbappe’s goal celebration is regarded as one of the most famous in the world.

The PSG player celebrates many of his goals by tucking his hands underneath his armpits. But why does he do this and what is the meaning behind it?

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What does Kylian Mbappe’s goal celebration mean?

PSG star Kylian Mbappe often celebrates hitting the back of the net, by sliding across the pitch on his knees, holding his head high, and tucking his arms underneath his armpits, before being swarmed by his fellow teammates.

This trademark celebration first came to prominence in April 2017 – when he scored twice for former club Monaco against Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League quarter-finals.

And ever since it’s been performed by millions across the world – whether that be in person or while playing the fan-favourite football game, FIFA.

For some players, their celebrations or gestures are dedicated to others or hold important personal meanings.

For example, fellow PSG star Lionel Messi, famously uses both hands to point toward the sky in memory of his late grandmother, who played a pivotal role during his childhood.

Meanwhile, Manchester City striker Erling Haaland celebrates many of his goals by sitting down and posing.

He does this in tribute to the practice of meditation, something which he says has helped him during his personal development journey.

However, in Mbappe’s case his celebration was inspired by his younger brother, Ethan.

What has Kylian Mbappe said about his goal celebration?

Mbappe revealed that his signature celebration was not actually an idea of his own.

Instead, he stole the idea from his younger brother Ethan while the pair were playing a game of Fifa together on the PlayStation.

The Frenchman himself explained the celebration in an unauthorised biography titled, Mbappe.

Speaking of the worldwide recognised action, the footballer revealed: ”He scored a goal and celebrated by crossing his arms.

“Five minutes later, he stopped and said ‘Kylian, you could do that in a match.’ So I did it,”

He continued. “So it happened in Dortmund and I did it. He was happy. I told him: ‘Now I’ve stolen it, it’s mine!’”