Ecuadorian fan who promised a kiss if his team won gets help from Argentines to fulfill it
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- An Ecuadorian fan, Nathan, went viral for promising to kiss a girl if Ecuador defeated Germany in the World Cup.
- After Ecuador's victory, Nathan struggled to fulfill his promise due to shyness, prompting help from Argentine fans.
- Argentine supporters assisted Nathan in finding Ecuadorian girls, and he ultimately shared a kiss, creating a viral moment.
A passionate Ecuadorian fan named Nathan became an internet sensation after promising to kiss a girl if his national team secured a victory against Germany in the World Cup. The heartfelt promise, made during a fan fest, gained widespread attention as Ecuador achieved a historic 2-1 win.
Can you promise something if Ecuador beats Germany and qualifies?
Following the triumphant match, Nathan found himself in a predicament. Despite the celebratory mood, his shyness presented a significant hurdle in fulfilling his public pledge. "I'm not the best at flirting, so I don't know how we're going to do this," he admitted on camera, sparking amusement among viewers.
A promise? Kiss someone.
In a heartwarming display of international camaraderie, a group of Argentine fans stepped in to help Nathan. Recognizing his struggle, they rallied around him, determined to see him succeed. "We're going to help him, no doubt," one Argentine supporter stated.
I'm not the best at flirting, so I don't know how we're going to do this.
With the assistance of his new friends, Nathan approached several young women at the fan fest. Eventually, a group of Ecuadorian girls agreed to help him fulfill his promise. The moment culminated in a celebratory kiss, shared amidst cheers from the crowd. The viral video captured not only Ecuador's victory but also a moment of shared joy and cross-cultural support.
Now comes the problem for all men: talking to a woman.
Originally published by La Naciรณn in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.