Benfica goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin is still processing the moment he became an unlikely Champions League hero. The Ukrainian shot-stopper opened up about the chaotic confusion in the dugout before his 98th-minute header secured a stunning 4-2 victory over Real Madrid, which earned a classy post-match gesture from Thibaut Courtois.
‘Like a Striker!’ – Benfica Goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin Reveals ‘Crazy’ Emotion of Scoring vs Real Madrid and Praises Thibaut Courtois for Classy Gesture After Shock Win
‘Like a Striker!’ – Anatoliy Trubin Relives the ‘Crazy’ Night He Scored vs Real Madrid and Earned Praise from Thibaut Courtois There are moments in football that feel scripted for cinema rather than competition. A 98th-minute header. A goalkeeper charging into the opposition box. The reign...
Matt Smith (left) and Bukayo Saka celebrate Arsenal's win over Chelsea at Wembley in 2020
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When Arsenal beat Chelsea 2-1 in the 2020 FA Cup final, it felt surreal. No fans. No walk up Wembley’s famous steps. No roaring red sea in the stands. Instead, the trophy was lifted on the pitch in front of empty seats during the height of Covid restrictions — a historic moment wrapped in silenc...
Martin Zubimendi has scored six goals for Arsenal this season
Martin Zubimendi – Arsenal’s best player?
When Mikel Arteta referred to Arsenal’s “best player” back in October, many assumed he meant a regular headline name. Instead, he was pointing at summer signing Martin Zubimendi. Just months into his Arsenal career, the £60m midfielder has become the tactical heartbeat of the team — and pos...