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From belly slides to touchline jigs and bicep flexing, the most hilarious manager celebrations after Simeone’s ball-grabbing reaction

Mourinho and Klopp to Maradona and Pardew, SunSport takes a look back at the funny and the cringe-worthy

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IT was not the first time and it won't be the last.

Diego Simeone, overjoyed at seeing Atletico Madrid take the lead against Juventus in their Champions League knockout clash, turned to the crowd and grabbed his crotch.

Diego Simeone cupped his balls in celebration of Atletico Madrid's opening goal against Juventus
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Diego Simeone cupped his balls in celebration of Atletico Madrid's opening goal against Juventus

Of the ball-cupping celebration, Simeone said: "I did it as a player at Lazio and I did it again to show our fans that we have cojones."

The hilarious reaction saw SunSport take a trip down memory lane with some of the funniest celebrations managers have performed, from the touchline jigs to belly-flops.

And where better to start than the man who pines for the spotlight more than a TOWIE star chewing on a kangaroo's anus in the Australian outback?

Diego Simeone’s X-rated celebration after Atletico Madrid’s first goal against Juventus is hilarious

 

Jose Mourinho

But which to choose...

Perhaps the launching of a crate of water bottles after Marouane Fellaini's late winner against Young Boys in the Champions League?

Or, the dramatic knee slide on the Bernabeu pitch in 2012 after Cristiano Ronaldo's last-gasp goal against Man City?

Or, maybe the Charlie Chaplin-style sprint on the Camp Nou field back in 2010 when his Inter Milan side held on to reach the Champions League final?

We'll let you decide.

Jose Mourinho launches a crate of water bottles in celebration at a late Man United winner
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Jose Mourinho launches a crate of water bottles in celebration at a late Man United winnerCredit: Reuters
Mourinho sprints across the Camp Nou field in celebration while Inter boss
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Mourinho sprints across the Camp Nou field in celebration while Inter bossCredit: AP:Associated Press
The Special One picked up some grass stains after Cristiano Ronaldo's late winner against Man City
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The Special One picked up some grass stains after Cristiano Ronaldo's late winner against Man City

Diego Maradona

It was the second minute of stoppage time in Argentina's must-win clash with Peru in the qualifiers for the 2010 World Cup.

Maradona, the nation's icon, had been under pressure to reach the greatest show on the planet.

So when substitute Martin Palermo struck an injury time winner, Maradona was so thrilled he threw himself on to the soaked touchline to perform a belly-slide.

Diego Maradona went belly-sliding while Argentina manager
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Diego Maradona went belly-sliding while Argentina managerCredit: AFP

Alan Pardew

From dancing to defeat.

When Jason Puncheon gave Crystal Palace the lead against Man United in the FA Cup final, a suited and booted Pardew transformed from football coach to tanked-up dad on the dancefloor.

Among the many things Pardew will be remembered for, this infamous jig will be high among them.

Alan Pardew's dad dancing has become infamous
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Alan Pardew's dad dancing has become infamousCredit: BBC
Problem was his Crystal Palace side went on to lose the FA Cup final
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Problem was his Crystal Palace side went on to lose the FA Cup finalCredit: BBC

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Antonio Conte

Chelsea's former boss has never been afraid of showing his emotions.

And when Graziano Pelle scored the goal to put holders Spain out of Euro 2016, Conte couldn't control himself as he climbed on top of his dugout and swung from the roof.

It was a sign of things to come at Stamford Bridge.

Antonio Conte leaps on to the dugout as Italy knock holders Spain out Euro 2016
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Antonio Conte leaps on to the dugout as Italy knock holders Spain out Euro 2016Credit: Getty - Contributor

Graeme Souness

Liverpool's legend will never be forgotten at Galatasaray... or Fenerbahce.

In 1996, the Scot spent just a season coaching in the Turkish league but in one of the most tense rivalries in football, the Scot added fuel to the fire.

Souness ran on to the Fenerbahce pitch and planted a Galatasaray flag into the centre circle after his team had won a cup tie in one of the boldest moves in football.

Graeme Souness plants a Galatasaray flag into the centre circle at fierce rivals Fenerbahce
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Graeme Souness plants a Galatasaray flag into the centre circle at fierce rivals FenerbahceCredit: Pics United

Sam Allardyce

Another known for his dad dancing ability, Allardyce's standout moment comes at the Stadium of Light.

After doing what Big Sam does best, leading Sunderland from despair to safety, he pulled off his suit jacket and flexed his biceps to the crowd.

Men's Health are yet to call for a photoshoot.

Sam Allardyce pulled off his jacket and flexed his muscles after Sunderland survived relegation
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Sam Allardyce pulled off his jacket and flexed his muscles after Sunderland survived relegationCredit: PA:Press Association

Zinedine Zidane

Not known for his emotion, Zidane was blown away by Gareth Bale's Champions League winner last year.

The two Real Madrid men didn't see eye-to-eye, but when Bale leaped in the air and sent an overhead kick arrowing into the goal, Zidane couldn't help but show his pleasure.

The Frenchman gave a shake of the hand before creating a windmill with his arm.

Zinedine Zidane flaps his wrist after Gareth Bale hit an overhead winner in the Champions League final last year
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Zinedine Zidane flaps his wrist after Gareth Bale hit an overhead winner in the Champions League final last yearCredit: Getty Images - Getty
Zidane and Bale may not have seen eye-to-eye but the Frenchman was impressed
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Zidane and Bale may not have seen eye-to-eye but the Frenchman was impressedCredit: AFP or licensors

Jurgen Klopp

And, then, one man well-known for his emotions.

Klopp's passion on the sidelines is seen in every game but a must-win Merseyside derby clash earlier this season saw the German break from the confines of his technical area.

Klopp raced on to the field, all the way to the centre circle, and launched himself at goalkeeper Alisson after Divock Origi's late winner.

Jurgen Klopp sprinted on to the field after a late Merseyside derby winner to celebrate with goalkeeper Alisson
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Jurgen Klopp sprinted on to the field after a late Merseyside derby winner to celebrate with goalkeeper AlissonCredit: Getty - Contributor

Louis van Gaal

Yes, alright, it wasn't a celebration but we still want to celebrate this memorable moment.

With Man United leading Arsenal 3-2 late on at Old Trafford, Van Gaal felt too many decisions were going against his team.

The Dutchman remonstrated with fourth official Mike Dean and decided it was the perfect opportunity for a bit of amateur dramatics as he launched himself to the floor.

Never change, Louis.

Louis van Gaal may not have been celebrating but this is too hilarious not to be included
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Louis van Gaal may not have been celebrating but this is too hilarious not to be includedCredit: Getty - Contributor

 

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