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FootballGhanaian Forward Emmanuel Boateng Joins Ronaldo's New Celebration Trend After Netting Winner For Rio Ave
- Portugal-based Ghanaian forward Emmanuel Boateng is the latest to perform Ronaldo's peace of mind celebration
- The Ghana international scored the winner as Rio Ave defeated Boavista in the Portuguese League on Sunday
- Boateng returned to Portugal in the summer transfer window, after his time in the Chinese Super League came to an end
Emmanuel Boateng joined a growing number of players, fans and lovers of Ronaldo to perform his newest celebration, after scoring the winner in Rio Ave's victory over the weekend.
The former Levante star scored from a thunderous strike to give Rio Ave all three points in their game against Boavista in Portugal.
In photos shared on social media, the 26-year-old is seen alongside compatriot Abdul-Aziz Yakubu as they recreated the 'nap' celebration.
Ronaldo first performed the peace of mind celebration after netting his first and only Premier League goal of the season, in Manchester United's victory over Everton.
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Meanwhile, Boateng's winner is the second in back-to-back home games for Rio Ave.
The Ghanaian forward bundled home after receiving a long pass from Josue Sa in the 64th minute.
Boateng was not included in Ghana's team for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, despite scoring four goals in eight matches this season.
He last played for the Black Stars in 2021 in an Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against South Africa.
Zakhele Lepasa joins celebration trend
Earlier, Sports Brief reported that Orlando Pirates striker Zakhele Lerato Lepasa has joined the new celebration trend of Cristiano Ronaldo, after his side's MTN8 success.
Lepasa failed to feature for the Bucs despite being named on the bench, as Orlando Pirates secured a 1-0 victory against AmaZulu.
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FootballIn a photo posted on social media though, the striker recreated Ronaldo's nap celebration as shared his excitement following his team's triumph.
Ademola Lookman copies Ronaldo's celebration
Super Eagles forward Adeloma Lookman copied Cristiano Ronaldo's peace of mind goal celebration, after scoring against Napoli in the Italian Serie A on November 5.
The Nigerian striker was impressive for Atalanta over the weekend, but his goal was unable to save his side from a defeat as they lost 2-1 at home to Napoli.
Ronaldo's new goal celebration style is the one trending now, as many players in Europe have emulated it after scoring.