Harvey Elliott was seen mimicking teammate Ibrahima Konate after scoring the winner for Liverpool in the 2-1 win over Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park on Saturday.

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Mohamed Salah levelled for Jurgen Klopp’s side two minutes on from Ayew’s dismissal in the 75th minute before Elliott secured the win with an impressive finish from distance in injury time.

After he scored his side’s decisive goal, the England U-21 international channelled his inner Konate (A player with a passion for anime) in his goal celebration.

Liverpool’s Harvey Elliott’s Dragon Ball-style celebration recently caught the attention of fans. In the realm of football, goal celebrations have evolved to become an essential component of the game.

Players often come up with unique and creative ways to convey their excitement and joy after scoring a goal. Elliott delighted fans by paying homage to the popular anime series Dragon Ball, specifically by performing the iconic Kamehameha move, following his goal that sealed the victory against Crystal Palace.

It involves gathering energy into the hands and releasing it as a powerful blast. Elliott mimicked this move by extending his arms forward and unleashing an imaginary blast of energy.

The Kamehameha celebration by Elliott was met with mixed reactions. While some fans applauded his creativity and passion for anime, others found it cringe-worthy or unnecessary.

The celebration swiftly gained traction on social media, with netizens sharing diverse opinions. Anime enthusiasts, in particular, reveled in the crossover between football and the anime series, appreciating the fusion of two distinct forms of entertainment.