10 famous footballers and the story behind their goal celebrations

#7 Bafetimbi Gomis

Gomis with his now famous celebration

The France international striker who is currently on loan with Ligue 1 club Marseille from Swansea City had many memorable moments during his time with the Welsh club.

The 30-year-old had scored some memorable goals for the club last season but none more significant than the goal he scored against Manchester United and especially the celebration that followed.

Gomis performed the Panther celebration” which he actually picked up from Salif Keita during his days at St Etienne. Salif Keita was one of the club’s greatest players and netted 125 goals in 149 appearances for the team and was given the nickname “The Black Panther”. Gomis continued his tradition of dropping to the ground roaring like a panther as a tribute.