Freak deflected clearance
From the Polish First League, a demonstration of how to score without shooting.
Adam Czerkas’ goal gave Odra Opole a 1-0 victory over Wisla Plock in 2007.
Xabi outshot shocker!
So, what’s the answer to the burning question posed in the last exciting but widely unread episode of Garrincha’s Dog? Surprisingly, it’s yes - it is possible to score from greater range than Scouse superhero Xabi Alonso - just not deliberately. This clip comes from an international friendly between Poland and Colombia in May this year.
Luis Enrique Martínez’s 64th-minute goal sealed a 2-1 win for the South Americans and ended Tomasz Kuszczak’s chances of playing in the World Cup. If you don’t feel even a wee bit sorry for the Polish keeper, may I suggest that you put on your wooliest jumper, don your favourite balaclava, turn up the central heating, and prepare for an eternity in hell.