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04:58 AM UTC · SATURDAY, MAY 9, 2026 LA ERA · Global
May 9, 2026 · Updated 04:58 AM UTC
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Olimpia striker scores bizarre goal after missed penalty and facial impact

An Olimpia forward converted a goal in Paraguay after a missed penalty led to a ball striking him directly in the face.

Lucía Paredes

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Olimpia striker scores bizarre goal after missed penalty and facial impact
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An Olimpia striker scored a highly unusual goal in Paraguay after missing a penalty kick and subsequently being struck in the face by a rebound.

The incident occurred during a recent match involving the Paraguayan club, as captured by footage shared by Tigo Sports Paraguay.

After the player failed to convert the initial penalty attempt, the ball rebounded into the field of play. An opposing player's clearance or subsequent play sent the ball flying directly into the striker's face.

A freak occurrence

The impact of the ball redirected the trajectory toward the net, resulting in a goal that left spectators and commentators stunned.

While the sequence began with a missed opportunity for Olimpia, the accidental redirection allowed the forward to find the back of the net.

Social media footage of the play quickly gained traction, highlighting the sheer unpredictability of the moment during the Paraguayan league fixture.

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