The strangest penalty of all time dedicated in Brazil?

2024-07-21 17:20

The football match that took place in Brazil resonated worldwide.

In the local “Serie A” championship match between the “Flamengo” and “Cricuima” clubs, a very unusual penalty kick was awarded.

Foreign media are amazed that with the score tied 1:1, the “red and black” team had the chance to tip the balance in the easiest way.

During the attack of “Flamengo”, a player from “Cricuima” kicked away the second ball that appeared on the field and the referee pointed to the penalty spot.

The precise shot by the home team player G. Barbosa gifted his team a 2:1 victory.

Have you seen a penalty called like this? 👀

A second ball was in the field of play, leading to a game-winning penalty kick for Brazilian Serie A side Flamengo.

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— The Athletic | Football (@TheAthleticFC) July 20, 2024