With the World Cup dominating the global sports conversation, it was only a matter of time before football’s biggest moments found their way into a wrestling ring — and Hijo Del Vikingo delivered exactly that on the June 20th edition of AAA on Fox.
During his match, Vikingo landed a Pele kick — a move that shares its name with arguably the greatest footballer of all time — and punctuated it by breaking out Cristiano Ronaldo’s iconic ‘Siuuu’ celebration. The moment drew an instant connection between two of the world’s most popular sports, with the World Cup currently in full swing and nations battling it out for global football supremacy.
It’s the kind of pop-culture crossover that plays well in arenas and on social media alike, and Vikingo is exactly the kind of performer who can pull it off without it feeling forced. Already regarded as one of the most breathtaking high-flyers in lucha libre, he has a flair for the theatrical that matches his in-ring athleticism. Blending a Pele kick — a spinning heel kick made famous in combat sports — with Ronaldo’s unmistakable goal celebration was a natural piece of showmanship that gave fans a shareable moment beyond the action itself.
AAA on Fox continues to serve as the promotion’s flagship television platform, and Vikingo remains one of its marquee talents. Moments like this are exactly why.
Source: Fightful
