Real Madrid-bound Endrick has caused a major stir in Brazil following a controversial goal celebration.
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In a 5-0 win over Uruguayan side Liverpool FC Montevideo in the early hours of Friday morning in the Copa Libertadores, the 17-year-old riled up opposition players and fans with his goal celebration.
The teenager, who is joining Los Blancos at the end of the season, celebrated by mimicking an ape and beating his chest, which Liverpool's bench players took serious issue with.
Here is his celebration:
On espère la même célébration au Metropolitano si tu marques, @Endrick. ??pic.twitter.com/Id1TSeD9RJ
— Le Journal du Real (@lejournaldureal) May 10, 2024
Endrick was subsequently booked by the match official before Palmeiras' head coach Abel Ferreira decided to substitute the Brazil international.
Speaking after the match, the youngster explained his celebration, saying he is a fan of the Planet of the Apes movies and King Kong.
"I am happy with this goal, the assist, and the victory. I celebrate the goal like this. It has nothing to do with racism. I did it against Independiente, and it was well received," he said, according to GiveMeSport.
"It was a nice celebration. It was close to their fans and I spoke Spanish. Their defender, Mathias, understood and another player didn't like it.
"I celebrate by imitating a monkey because I’m a fan of Planet of the Apes and I like the King Kong movie. What matters is that I am happy."
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Endrick has scored 21 goals in 78 senior matches for Palmeiras.
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