Argentina's penalty shoothout hero goalkeeper appalled many followers - however delighted others - along with his antics throughout the World Cup winner's ceremony.
The match, which ended 3-3 after extra-time, is already being hailed as a basic - and presumably the best World Cup closing ever. However the onfield exploits had been overshadowed for some by the antics of Emiliano 'Emi' Martinez after his aspect triumphed after successful a penalty shootout.
Regardless of conceding three objectives within the closing, Martinez had beforehand saved three clear sheets. And he had additionally been Argentina's hero within the quarter-final shootout win over Netherlands, saving penalties from Virgil van Dijk and Teun Koopmeiners.
Martinez repeated that feat within the closing. And so it was no shock that he was awarded the Golden Glove trophy.
What did come as shock was what Martinez did with that trophy... he made a lewd gesture - holding the trophy to his crotch.
BBC presenter Gary Lineker might be heard saying: "No! Do not try this, Emi". On, Twitter, Judith Mari Jones commented: "Disrespectful of the sport to say the least. He'll remorse it."
Many followers had been shocked and upset by the incident. @KellyHa75996755 tweeted: "Unhappy to see sports activities hero’s will be so stylish, not."
And @shonay2002 tweeted: "There was no class in any respect in Argentina's celebrations."
Helen Curtis tweeted: "It was such an excellent second for the crew and the game after which he did that. I hope when he seems to be again on it he's completely embarrassed.
"Hope he's disciplined. As an grownup I may care much less, however there have been many youngsters tuned in and on the area. Unacceptable."
Nevertheless, not all followers agreed. Max Reiss tweeted: "It is a joke chill." And @ItzSayKriDD stated: "Folks really upset and offended by this. Smh. Unhappy."
In the meantime, Gareth Henshaw dismissed the incident as Martinez exhibiting some "persona"
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