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What is the Alex Morgan tea sipping celebration? USWNT & Tottenham star’s goal gesture explained

Alex Morgan played a crucial role in the U.S. women's national team's historic victory in the 2019 World Cup in France, scoring six goals in the tournament - including five in the opener against Thailand.

One of her most memorable contributions, however, came in her winning goal in the semi-final against England. Putting her side 2-1 ahead just before half-time, she rejoiced by putting her fingers to her lips as if sipping an invisible cup of tea.

Why was Alex Morgan sipping tea?

Most England fans thought Morgan was mocking their culture by alluding to the act of drinking tea during her goal celebration.