- For stripping off to celebrate her team’s dramatic World Cup final victory
A female Argentina fan was spotted by viewers taking off her top in a fiery celebration of the South American nation’s spectacular victory over France on Sunday night, risking jail time in conservative Qatar.
She was spotted on TV taking off her t-shirt in a bold celebration before being escorted from the stadium by some Qatari security personnel.
The yet-to-be-named topless fan could risk jail time within conservative Qatar’s strict dress laws as women travelling to Qatar are banned from wearing revealing or tight clothing.
After Gonzalo Montiel’s penalty kick, cameras turned towards cheering Argentina fans, and among them was a blonde fan who gave the cameras a little more than was expected.
In the lead-up to the tournament, fans were warned that they would be required to respect Qatar’s strict, conservative customs even as the Qatar Tourism Authority stated: ‘Visitors (men as well as women) are expected to show respect for the local culture by avoiding excessively revealing clothing in public.
‘It is generally recommended for men and women to ensure their shoulders and knees are covered’ and in conservative Qatar culture, women are banned from wearing any revealing outfits such as tight clothing, and from showing any cleavage.
However, non-Qatari women are not required to wear the abaya – a long, black robe that covers the figure almost from head to toe. But, tourists are to ensure that tops cover their midriff and shoulders, while skirts, dresses, and trousers must hide the knees.
The often glamorous WAGs (wives and girlfriends of high-profile sportsmen) were advised to wear scarves around their necks to cover up their chests.
One fan on social media said; ‘I spotted her, very brave! she’ll be arrested over there if she’s not careful…’
Another user said: ‘I’d be posting my boobs later to celebrate Messi and Argentina World Cup.’
Croatian model Ivana Knoll, 26, dubbed the World Cup’s ‘sexiest fan’ flouted the Muslim nation’s draconian dress code rules by wearing a series of daring outfits, including swimsuits, insisting she doesn’t fear arrest.
Argentina defeated France in a spectacular game of football which showcased Argentina’s nimbleness and unbeatable skills.
Just as star player Lionel Messi kissed the coveted golden trophy, he also landed a smooch from his most loyal fan, wife Antonela Roccuzzo.
The Argentine WAGS were seen taking selfies, cheering, and re-uniting with their partners on the pitch to share the moment of glory.
Meanwhile, for the French side, it was a crushing defeat at the final stage of the competition that even saw President Emmanuel Macron comforting his wife Brigitte Macron.
