VIDEO: Akram Afif pulls off one of the best celebrations ever seen as Qatar star performs outrageous magic trick - using cards from his sock - after scoring in Asian Cup final

Afif played a pivotal role in Qatar's successive Asian Cup triumph as he bagged a hat-trick on Saturday in the title decider against Jordan. He opened the scoring from the penalty spot, but it was not just Afif's goal-scoring prowess that captured the attention of spectators but also his unexpected and enchanting celebration that followed.

Instead of the usual jubilant gestures, Afif opted for a close-up magic trick, showcasing his creativity and flair on the field. Approaching a camera positioned near the pitch, Afif revealed a collector's card bearing his image. With a swift motion, he shook his hand, causing the picture on the card to transform, revealing an enigmatic 'S'. While the significance of the 'S' remained unclear, the execution of the magic trick left fans in awe.

Despite initial confusion surrounding the illusion, a slow-motion replay unveiled the mechanics behind Afif's magic. The collector's card, cleverly designed with a fold, facilitated the seamless transition of the image, unravelling the mystery behind the trick.

Afif emerged as the Golden Boot winner with eight goals to his name, surpassing Iraq’s Aymen Hussein tally of six. With the win, Qatar reaffirmed its status as a footballing powerhouse in the region as they have been crowned Asian Champions in two successive editions.