Controversial celebration

Recently released footage has shed light on Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford's controversial celebration that left Newcastle fans fuming. The star player's wild celebration and obscene gesture have sparked outrage among the opposing team's supporters.

Incident with Newcastle stars

Pickford, 29, found himself in an argument with Newcastle players after the final whistle. The Magpies' stars were clearly unhappy with his behavior throughout the match.

Rude gesture towards fans

During the game, Pickford was caught on camera making a rude gesture towards the traveling Newcastle fans. The gesture was made after Dwight McNeil's opening goal, and Pickford seemed to revel in the moment, sliding in celebration before making the offensive gesture.

Italian salute or Iberian slap

The offensive gesture made by Pickford is commonly referred to as either the Italian salute or Iberian slap. It is likened to saying "f*** o**" and has further fueled the animosity between Pickford and the Newcastle fans.

Clash between players

The game ended with a heated clash between a total of 13 players. Pickford had to be separated from the Newcastle stars by his teammates, while Joelinton was pulled away by the coaching staff.

Rivalry between Pickford and Newcastle

There has always been tension between Pickford and Newcastle, as the goalkeeper started his career with their arch-rivals, Sunderland. He joined Everton in 2017 after Sunderland's relegation to the Championship.

Relegation zone escape

Everton's 3-0 victory over Newcastle proved to be a game-changer for the team, as it lifted them out of the relegation zone for the first time since their 10-point deduction.