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“Dembele hang up” meme: meaning, origin and common card

The 'Dembele hang up' meme refers to Ousmane Dembélé's celebration during the Liverpool-PSG match on April 14, 2026.

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The “Dembele hang up” meme

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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Dembele hang up” is a common card of the Memes FR pack, number 3271 of the collection, and the 753rd best-known meme of its 3493 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.

What does the “Dembele hang up” meme mean?

This sequence expresses the idea of cutting off someone, rejecting criticism, or ending a boring discussion. It is used to illustrate a categorical refusal or indifference towards detractors, turning a sports gesture into a sign of detachment and self-confidence.

Where does the “Dembele hang up” meme come from?

The origin of the gesture traces back to a private exchange between Ousmane Dembélé and football influencer Clyver_db. The latter posted a video claiming to have received a qualification promise from the player before the match. On the evening of April 14, 2026, after scoring against Liverpool, Dembélé reproduced this gesture: he simulated a phone call and then hung up violently. Although linked to tennis player Ben Shelton’s celebration (US Open 2023) or a tribute to Grant Holloway, sources favor the hypothesis of a 'joke' shared with Clyver_db. The exact platform of virality remains unknown.

How to use the “Dembele hang up” meme

  • Use the image to sharply respond to negative comments on social media.
  • Post a video of the gesture to show that you are ending an unnecessary discussion.
  • Comment on a situation where someone deliberately ignores their detractors.

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The “Dembele hang up” card in MyMemeCards

Dembele raccroche card
NumberNo. 3271
RarityCommon
CollectionMemes FR pack
Fame50/100 · #753 of 3493
Recycle value5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny)
Suggested by@matteouss
Rarities of the Memes FR pack: 3,493 cards
  • Common1,47742%
  • Rare1,17234%
  • Epic66819%
  • Legendary1133.2%
  • Mythic411.2%
  • Full Art220.6%

How to get the “Dembele hang up” card

Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Dembele hang up comes out of the Memes FR pack as a common card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.

Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 5 MemeCoins.

The reprint of the “Dembele hang up” card

The “Dembele hang up” card was reprinted as Rare (No. 3,775). A reprint is the same meme printed again, with a number of its own and a higher rarity than its first printing, which was common. Its face reads “Reprinted card · Higher rarity”.

Every printing is dealt in the packs of the Memes FR pack, each at its own rarity: the higher it is, the rarer the card is to pull. Copies of the first printing already pulled stay as they are, and any printing counts toward completing a set.

MyMemeCards reprints a meme when it deserves more than the rarity of its first printing, such as a classic that became iconic after it came out: the reprint gives it a place among the most sought-after cards without taking anything from the players who already had it.

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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details

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Frequently asked questions

What does Dembele hang up mean?

It refers to Ousmane Dembélé's celebration after his goal against Liverpool on April 14, 2026. He mimics a phone call and then hangs up abruptly, symbolizing a sharp end to a conversation.

Why does Dembele make this gesture?

The gesture would come from a private exchange with influencer Clyver_db, who had posted a video promising a qualification. Dembélé would have reproduced it to honor this private interaction.

Who is Clyver_db?

Clyver_db is a football influencer active on Snapchat. He posted a video explaining the origin of the gesture, claiming to have had a direct exchange with the player before the match.

How do I get the Dembele hang up meme card?

Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Dembele hang up” is a common card of the Memes FR pack. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.

How rare is the Dembele hang up card?

It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.

Sources: PSG : le secret derrière la célébration d'Ousmane Dembélé à Liverpool · www.culturepsg.com · fr · newsRés. sociaux : La célébration de Dembélé à Liverpool ... · Ligue des champions - PSG : La nouvelle séquence déjà virale d ... · checked on October 22, 2026.

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