Ronald Araujo marked his first goal for Liverpool against LASK with a celebration that carries a clear Christian meaning.After heading home from a Kostas Tsimikas cross in the 22nd minute, the Uruguayan defender covered his face with one hand while raising the other toward the sky.
ADVERTISEMENTThe gesture is one Araujo has used previously and has publicly explained as an act of giving glory to God rather than taking credit for himself.During his time at Barcelona, he stated that the celebration means “the glory is not for me but for God,” a phrase he has repeated after similar moments on the pitch.
Araujo has long spoken openly about his Christian faith, including choosing the number 33 at Liverpool because of its personal religious significance connected to Jesus.He has also travelled to Jerusalem in the past to visit holy sites during a period away from football.The celebration against LASK therefore continues a consistent pattern for the centre-back, who regularly attributes his performances and recovery from difficult periods to his beliefs.ADVERTISEMENTWhile the goal itself helped Liverpool establish an early lead in Austria, the manner in which Araujo celebrated it once again highlighted the central role faith plays in his career and personal life.
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