Soccer’s governing physique mentioned on Thursday that FIFA had taken “applicable inside motion” to handle violations of World Cup protocol by a well-known chef who held the gold trophy on the pitch.

Often called Salt Bae and seen commonly with FIFA president Gianni Infantino, the chef mingled with the Argentinean gamers and posed for a photograph after their win in opposition to France in an epic match in Qatar on Sunday.

FIFA describes the trophy as an “invaluable icon” that “can solely be touched and held by a really choose group of individuals, together with former winners and heads of state of the FIFA World Cup”.

“Following an investigation, FIFA is figuring out how people gained unauthorized entry to the pitch following the closing ceremony on the Lusail stadium on 18 December,” the world soccer group mentioned. “Applicable inside motion will probably be taken.”

The chef, who owns a restaurant in Doha, grew to become a daily visitor of FIFA with VIP entry through the World Cup and posted photographs and video clips on social media.

He was seen on the pitch holding the arm of captain Lionel Messi for his consideration after Argentina received the penalty shootout after an thrilling 3-3 draw. The soccer marvel regarded uncomfortable within the film clip, however later posed for a photograph that Salt Bae posted on her Instagram.