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Call of Duty League’s popular team Boston Breach has taken instant action following the unending controversy involving celebrity chef Salt Bae after what he did in Qatar during the FIFA World Cup final between Argentina and France.

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Boston Breach recently posted a tweet revealing that they have banned Salt Bae (who’s from Boston) from the upcoming Major II matches. The decision comes after the infamous chef faced extreme criticism worldwide for invading the pitch in the FIFA World Cup final.

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Call of Duty League: Boston Breach bans Salt Bae from Major II

For those who have no idea who he is, Nusret Gökçe, better known as Salt Bae, rose to fame around five years ago as a meme. He gained instant popularity through his signature salting technique. Since then, he has been spotted with prominent figures from the world of entertainment as well as sports, including Argentina’s World Cup-winning star Lionel Messi.

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However, his recent antics after the football World Cup final between Argentina and France attracted massive backlash online. In case anyone missed to keep the track of events, Salt Bae was seen holding the FIFA World Cup trophy in his hands while also kissing it. According to the rules, no one is allowed to do that except for the officials. But he made an unwanted intrusion that left even Lionel Messi irritated.

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Following the infamous incident, Call of Duty League’s Boston Breach recently shared a tweet on their official Twitter account. It mentioned that the team has banned Salt Bae from the league’s Major II.

Meanwhile, fans and other crucial figures on social media have expressed their anger towards Salt Bae’s behavior during the World Cup final in Qatar. While some people called it a poor attempt to get attention on the internet, others called it a disrespectful action. Recently, he was also banned from the upcoming US Open Cup final.

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What are your thoughts on the ongoing backlash Salt Bae has been receiving following his unaccepted behavior? Don’t forget to share your views. Let us know in the comments down below.

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Mintu Tomar

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Mintu Tomar is a Senior Tennis Journalist at EssentiallySports, specializing in the WTA beat and Grand Slam coverage. With a journalism career spanning over 10 years across sports and entertainment media, he combines long‑term trend‑spotting with sharp match‑day analysis. At ES, Mintu’s work often blends on‑court breakdowns with behind‑the‑scenes context.

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