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Juan Riquelme Picks Up Ball in Middle of Game to Applaud Martin Palermo Nutmeg

Ever seen something so good on the football pitch you just wanted to stop the game and recognise it? Well that's exactly how Argentina legend Juan Riquelme reacted after teammate Martin Palermo's cheeky nutmeg.

The pair were playing together in a testimonial for Boca Juniors legend Sebastian Battaglia, who won a record 17 trophies with the Buenos Aires club.

The pair had a laugh at the victim's expense before giving the ball back and continuing the game in good spirit.

[h/t 101 Great Goals]