Many people have criticized celebrity chef Salt Bae for his antics at the FIFA World Cup 2022 final. The famous chef not only got to play on the field. But he also got his hands on the prestigious World Cup trophy, despite not being on the winning Argentina team. Social media posts praising him have poured in since images of him holding the trophy surfaced.
FIFA has reportedly launched an investigation into the matter as a result of the controversy. Nusret Gokce, a famous chef, was granted access to the pitch that “technically” shouldn’t have been allowed. According to a Sky Sports report, Salt Bae’s access wasn’t even “authorized.” During the closing ceremony, only World Cup winners and heads of state are permitted to touch the trophy in accordance with FIFA rules.
Gokce recently also shared an old video with Lionel Messi, a star player for Argentina. Salt Bae can be seen holding the trophy alongside a number of Argentine footballers in a number of online videos and photos. On the subject, a FIFA spokesperson stated: FIFA has been investigating how people gained unauthorized access to the pitch following the closing ceremony at Lusail Stadium on December 18. The proper action will be taken internally.
There was a rumor that Salt Bae had “connections” with FIFA President Gianni Infantino. Giving him access to the field and the trophy. However, according to Sky Sports, FIFA and Gokce are not involved in any way, and neither organization has any commercial relationship with the other.
Salt Bae also tried to get Lionel Messi during the celebrations on the field. But the Argentina captain turned him down. While posing for a picture on the field with the Turkish chef. Even Argentina defender Lisandro Martinez appeared to be dissatisfied.