Kylian Mbappe’s goal celebration has become one of the most iconic in world football. The French striker first came to global attention when he helped Monaco pull off a surprise title upset against Paris Saint-Germain in the 2016/17 Ligue 1 season. That year, Mbappe scored 26 goals across all competitions and introduced the signature celebration that has since become synonymous with him – crossing his arms over his chest.

After each goal, the young Frenchman would perform this distinctive celebration, crossing his arms in front of his body. This trademark celebration style has endured as a hallmark of Mbappe’s success over the years.

The star has since explained that he learned this celebration from his younger brother, Ethan: “Ethan scored a goal and celebrated by crossing his arms. Then he stopped and said ‘Kylian, you can do that celebration in a game’. That’s why I do this celebration after scoring.”

Following his breakout season with Monaco, Mbappe continued his rapid rise, moving to PSG and establishing himself as one of the world’s premier strikers. His arms-crossed celebration has become widely recognized and beloved by fans around the globe.

While the arms-crossed celebration is Mbappe’s signature move, he has also been known to incorporate other unique goal celebration styles into his repertoire.