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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Giorgio Chiellini's Handball” is a common card of the Memes World series 75, number 22380 of the collection, and the 267th best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Giorgio Chiellini's Handball” meme mean?
This visual highlights the absurdity of an obvious foul escaping serious consequences. It is used to point out when someone commits a clear mistake or unfair act while claiming innocence or avoiding blame. The tone is ironic and critical of perceived injustice or strategic cheating. It captures the frustration of seeing rules bent openly without repercussion.
Where does the “Giorgio Chiellini's Handball” meme come from?
The meme originates from the UEFA Champions League quarter-final second leg between Monaco and Juventus, played on April 22, 2015. Defender Giorgio Chiellini deliberately handled the ball in front of João Moutinho to stop a promising attack. Despite the clear violation, the referee only issued a yellow card instead of a red or a penalty kick. The moment was captured and distributed by AFP. The first documented viral spread occurred on Twitter on the same day by user @samuelJayC, who posted the image with the caption 'Chiellini with the most obvious handball of the year'. This post sparked a wave of memes focusing on the visible hand and the lack of appropriate punishment.
- April 22, 2015Viral spread begins on Twitter as @samuelJayC posts the image with the caption about the obvious handball.
How to use the “Giorgio Chiellini's Handball” meme
- Share the image when discussing a sports foul that wasn't correctly penalized.
- Reply to someone denying a clear mistake in an online game or argument.
- Comment on political scandals where offenders face no real consequences.
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The “Giorgio Chiellini's Handball” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 22380 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | Memes World series 75 |
| Fame | 55/100 · #267 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Giorgio Chiellini's Handball” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Giorgio Chiellini's Handball comes out of the Memes World series 75 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.
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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
Who is Giorgio Chiellini?
Giorgio Chiellini is a former Italian central defender and captain of both Juventus and the Italian national team. He is widely regarded as one of the best defenders of his generation, winning numerous domestic and international titles.
What match happened on April 22, 2015?
It was the second leg of the Champions League quarter-final between AS Monaco and Juventus. Juventus had won the first leg 1-0 and secured qualification after this 0-0 draw.
Why didn't Chiellini get sent off?
The referee showed only a yellow card, possibly considering the desperate nature of the foul or interpreting it differently, despite the hand being clearly intentional and preventing a goal-scoring opportunity.
How to use the Chiellini handball meme?
Use it to mock situations where someone commits a blatant error or foul but escapes punishment, or to criticize inconsistent application of rules.
How do I get the Giorgio Chiellini's Handball meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Giorgio Chiellini's Handball” is a common card of the Memes World series 75. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Giorgio Chiellini's Handball card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Chiellini becomes Chie-meme after handball hilarity · Chiellini Pulling Saka · Memes · checked on October 17, 2026.
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