New England star Michail Antonio admits that he was "buzzing" to learn that his trademark 'Homer Simpson' celebration is to be included in the new version of FIFA.
The latest iteration of the popular video game is released later this month as and well as featuring West Ham United's new Olympic Stadium home and latest signings, will also include one of the winger's most recognised goal celebrations.Speaking to Match of the Day magazine, Antonio said: "I noticed that [it was to be included] and I was buzzing with that, to be honest! I’m gonna be doing that every time I score in FIFA 17!"
However it isn't just on screen that Antonio has been pleased with recent developments. Having scored the winning goal against Bournemouth last month he became the first Hammer to score a Premier League goal at the OS.
"All attacking players want to make their mark in history and now I have!" he added,
"I’ve got two marks so far, as I also played at Wembley for Southampton and scored on my birthday. Who can say they’ve scored at Wembley AND won a cup on their birthday?”
And when asked to revealed what his next celebration might be, Antonio remained tight-lipped - but gave some clues. "“I can’t tell you," he said, "but it’s still '90s related and it’s going to be a good one - it’s going to be up there with the Homer!”
The new edition of Match of the Day magazine, out this week
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