Infamous Icelandic commentator goes nuts during, after win over England
Icelandic commentator Gudmundur Benediktsson is very quickly becoming one of the most enjoyable aspects of nation's Euro 2016 adventure.
During Monday's incredible 2-1 victory over England in a historic Round of 16 result, the commentator's now-infamous glass-shattering shriek was on full display, beginning with the 18th-minute goal that gave his side a lead that would not be relinquished.
Related: Iceland's fairy tale continues with historic upset of England
Le Commentateur #ISL nous a ressorti un truc très sympa sur le 2eme but face à l'#Eng #ENGISL #EURO2016 #Sightorsson pic.twitter.com/Kw2RUEOwhg
— salim baungally (@salimbaungally) June 27, 2016
Upon hearing the final whistle, Benediktsson promptly reached his highest pitch yet:
“You can leave Europe! You can go wherever the hell you want!”
— Gissur Simonarson CN (@GissiSim) June 27, 2016
Icelandic commentator after win. Voice of #Euro2016 pic.twitter.com/7EaLD3kV3t
This is the same man, of course, that skyrocketed to popularity when Iceland defeated Austria with a 94th-minute tally.
Related: Icelandic commentator loses his mind after 94th-minute winner
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