
Football
Share
Published 17:08 5 Nov 2016 GMT
Explore more on these topics:
Victor Valdes however, is attempting to singlehandedly destroy such embarrassing stereotypes. The former Barcelona goalkeeper was between the sticks for Middlesbrough on Saturday afternoon as they attempted to keep Manchester City - fresh from rolling over his former club in midweek - at bay.
With five minutes to go to the break, with the Boro defence still standing firm at the Etihad, Valdes' thigh was on the wrong end of an accidental studs-up challenge from Jesus Navas.
We can't show you the footage, but this still image gives you the idea...
The collision certainly left it's mark on the 34-year-old's leg, with cameras picking up this nasty looking gash a moment later.
Surely then, this would pose a problem for Aitor Karanka, who would be forced to throw on another goalkeeper before half-time?
Actually, no. Whilst most of us would have cried out for our mums, the Spaniard decided he was going to play on. Hard as nails...
https://twitter.com/GaryLineker/status/794928737364176897
Hats off to you, Victor.
Now get that massive hole in your leg seen to.
Who are the winners of the much-coveted 2016 Wooly Awards? Find out in our GAA Hour Special
Liverpool ‘make decision’ on sacking Arne Slot
Slot has overseen a significant decline in form this season Liverpool have already decided whether they will part company with manager Arne Slot this summer, according to Sky Sports News. Despite leading the Redmen to only their second ever Premier League title last season, Slot has lost a lot of good feeling with the club’s […]
Football
1 day ago
Troy Parrott open to leaving Dutch top flight for Championship
Would this be a smart move…. The interest in Troy Parrott and his market value have risen exponentially over the past year, following his goal-scoring exploits for both club and country. The Dubliner has 30 club goals this season for AZ Alkmaar, and he scored and assisted in their KNVB Cup final win over NEC […]
Football
1 day ago
Champions League quarter final second legs: Follow all the action live
Football