FIFA investigates Nusret’s ‘undue access’ to World Cup trophy

FIFA investigates Nusret’s ‘undue access’ to World Cup trophy

FIFA on Thursday introduced the physique was taking decisive inside motion to deal with any violations of World Cup protocol following the involvement of movie star chef Nusret Gökçe, who, sadly, managed to place his palms on the celebrated gold trophy on the sector.

The well-known Turkish chef, who is named Salt Bae and is frequently seen with FIFA President Gianni Infantino, mingled with Argentina gamers and posed for images after their victory over France in an epic sport on Sunday in Qatar.

FIFA describes the trophy as “a priceless icon” that “can solely be touched and held by a really choose group of individuals, which incorporates former winners of the FIFA World Cup and heads of state.”

“Following a review, FIFA has been establishing how individuals gained undue access to the pitch after the closing ceremony at Lusail Stadium on Dec. 18,” the world football body said. “The acceptable inside motion will probably be taken.”

The chef, who has a restaurant in Doha, was an everyday visitor of FIFA with VIP entry through the World Cup and posted images and video clips on social media.

After Argentina’s win in a penalty shootout following an exhilarating 3-3 draw, he was filmed grabbing the arm of captain Lionel Messi on the sector to get his consideration. The soccer legend appeared irritated within the movie clip although later posed for a photograph that Salt Bae posted on Instagram.

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