Militao almost scores comical own goal after overhit pass back!

Militao very nearly opened the scoring in his own net after a poor pass back to his keeper in the 20th minute of Real Madrid's match with Osasuna. Zidane's men were calm with the ball when he committed the terrible mistake. 

Madrid had the ball just outside the area, but there was no Osasuna attacker anywhere near him. Courtois had passed him the ball, but when he gave it back to the Belgian, it was completely overhit. 

Courtois had to sprint back to his goal to stop the ball rolling into the goal. Shortly afterwards, Courtois had to make another good save, but this time from an opponent, to deny Chimy Avila. 

The funny thing about Militao's mistake was his reaction immediately afterwards. He put his hands on his head and looked at the goalie, knowing he had made a huge blunder. Fortunately for Real Madrid, it did not lead to a goal and Militao raised his hand in apology.

 

May 1, 2021