go to MSN.com
Soccer
Afrcia-tevez
Mancini ready to welcome Tevez back
Inter_milan_vs_5088
Mourinho content despite Real lapse
Picimg_football__fc_4521
Rooney out of United's Europa League game vs. Ajax
Picimg_football__germany_f9e7
Germany coach Loew makes no changes to play France
Germany_v_england_f0a4
Paper Chase: Chelsea wants Walcott

Soccer player takes backward penalty kick

Found July 18, 2011 on Cosby Sweaters: Yardbarker Blogger Network

Via Cosby Sweaters:

 

The UAE played Lebanon this past weekend and dominated the game 6-2, however the biggest story which dominated this game was the penalty kick by UAE which netted their sixth goal.

In the 78th minute Awana Diab lined up for a penalty kick with the score 5-2, and that is where the fun started.  Awana did a 180 and took the penalty kick backwards with his heel.  The stunned goalie was too confused to move and the ball hit the back of the net.

 

Also from Cosby Sweaters

Video: Mets star sings in new music video

Video: Liverpool fans strip Man U fans of his jersey

Former boxing champ loses title belts in divorce settlement

Original Story: http://cosbysweaters.com/2011/07/17/t... Verified_ybn
6 Comments:
  • A classless play by a classless player. Football/soccer is full of these type plays and players. Imagine if this were hockey. Imagining. The player is fine to do something like this but good luck 10 seconds later when the puck drops. The sport governs this type of poor sportsmanlike play. If I were coach I'd pull the player for pulling something like that in a 5-2 game situation since there's not much governing that happens on the field. I'm sure just before this happened the penalty shot player dove, cried like he'd never walk again, and then when penalty kick was given hopped to his feet healthy as can be. Can someone please explain why this sport is popular. All I can see is it's cheap to play thus making it accessible to the masses. Try a real sport like hockey, lacrosse, or even skiing where there's respect between competitors. Swimming, ping pong, tiddly winks, left foot jumping, etc - all sports that have more respect than football/soccer.
    by Van444   July 18, 2011   Reply   Options  
  • I agree that this wasn't showing the best sportmanship although it showed skill and stradegy. however as a soccer player, i disagree with the generalization you made. did you watch the womens world cup??? so much respect was shown to one another. and penalty kicks aren't necessarily given to the one who was knocked over! and from experience, you can get knocked over and the pain is excruciating but it can pass after a few minutes. soccer is sooo popular because of the passion players have for it. when i get on that field, all my troubles go away and it feels good. dont criticize a sport you dont understand.
    by veramo   July 19, 2011   Reply   Options  
  • I agree it is a classless play especially given the score. However, I will say this, there is zero need for repercussions like you would see in hockey. Actually, as someone who played hockey and soccer most of my life I don't think you would need a Tie Domi or a Marty McSorley to head out and take care of things here. Yes, there is quite a bit of theatrics in this sport and it is easy to jump on it, however it is no better or worse than any other sport that involves teams. Think of the diving that goes on in hockey. The reality is that these teams are among the bottom tier of footballing nations. These are the teams that you see losing to the United States national team by 10 goals (if they chose to turn it on that is). So while I agree in many respects to your train of thought, please remember what goes around comes around, especially in soccer.
    by gopherguy   July 18, 2011   Reply   Options  
  • couldn't agree more :D
    by veramo   July 19, 2011   Reply   Options  
  • Rubbish, I hope someone took him out.
    by jesocr   July 18, 2011   Reply   Options  
  • I don't get it; what did he do wrong? I think it was kinda cute. And it's nice to see players mix things up once in a while.
    by chloepitbull   July 19, 2011   Reply   Options  
THE BACKYARD
AROUND THE WEB
RUMORS & GOSSIP
ALL WORN OUT

A.I. bought new clothes on trips to avoid luggage?

There's rich, and then there's rich and stupid. Looks like Allen Iverson qualifies under the second part based on this story.

Via Guyism  |  2 hours ago
PARTING WORDS

ESPN headline writer's statement

The former ESPN employee who was fired for writing an offensive headline about Jeremy Lin sent a statement about his character.

Via IntheOT  |  3 hours ago
COLLECTOR'S ITEM

Lin's rookie card selling for over $20,000

How much would you be willing to pay for a Jeremy Lin rookie card? As much as it's going for on eBay? Better empty your pockets.

Via NESN.com  |  4 hours ago
DANGEROUS SITUATION

Tuberville's wife under investigation

The wife of Texas Tech football coach Tommy Tuberville is under investigation now that a person in her car crash has died.

Via College Football Section  |  5 hours ago
IT'S AN HONOR

Rajon Rondo makes All-Star team

Many people felt Rajon Rondo was snubbed when he was left off the All-Star team, but rest assured, all is well in the world. He made it.

Via Celtics Life  |  5 hours ago
MADE OF MONEY

Djokovic's body worth $100 million?

If world No. 1 tennis player Novak Djokovic tried to insure his body, how much would it come out to? Would $100 million do it?

Via Onthegotennis  |  6 hours ago
KEEP IT IN THE PANTS

Warren Moon's ex busted for sex

We can't say if this has anything to do with Warren Moon's divorce, but we can tell you his ex-wife was busted for a sex act.

Via Terez Owens  |  7 hours ago
KNOCKOUT PUNCH

Dana White: Floyd is racist

Dana White may run the UFC, but he's also a big boxing fan, so he has no problem calling out Floyd Mayweather when he sees fit.

Via For The Record Sports  |  8 hours ago
MIKE CHECK

Wallace talks about leaving Pittsburgh

The salary cap strapped Steelers may not be able to keep their top WR this offseason, and it sounds like Wallace is OK with moving on from Pittsburgh as well. 

Via Down and Distance  |  11 hours ago
CHEATERS NEVER WIN

Yanks didn't try to win division in 2010

Yankees GM Brian Cashman admitted that the Yankees weren't interested in winning the 2010 AL East division title in the last few days of the season, since it didn't affect seeding in the playoffs.

Via The Victory Formation  |  12 hours ago
Today's Best Stuff
For Bloggers

Join the Yardbarker Network (YBN) for more promotion, traffic, and money.
Company Info
Help
What is Yardbarker?

Yardbarker is the largest network of sports blogs and pro athlete blogs on the web. This site is the hub of the Yardbarker Network, where our editors and algorithms curate the best sports content from our network and beyond.

© 2012 Microsoft