Who was that gesture for? The purpose and controversial celebration of Agustín Palavecino

February 02, 2021 – 8:51 PM
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Newsroom of El País

Agustín Palavecino has not had easy days. After the Argentinean River Plate’s importance in having their services became known, the footballer has endured great pressure from the press, Verdiblanca’s fans and his own desire to play for that historic team in his country.

Last Friday, before the negotiations between both teams for him (Cali and River), the 24-year-old midfielder decided not to play against Envigado and was criticized.

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However, with his departure abroad unresolved, Palavecino returned to play on Tuesday, scoring the goal of Cali’s victory over Boyacá Chicó.

Agustín celebrated energetically, but also controversially, for covering his ears before snuggling with his companions.

Who was that gesture for? What did he want to say?

This was the controversial action:

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