Former Premier League striker Carlos Vinicius faced a stunning setback, failing to convert three penalties in just six minutes during Gremio’s Group F Copa Sudamericana match against Palestino, which ended in a 0-0 draw.
The Penalty Nightmare Unfolds
Vinicius, 31, stepped up first in the 11th minute with a chance to give Gremio the lead. He aimed for the goalkeeper’s left, but Sebastian Perez made a sharp save, pushing the ball onto the post. Officials ruled Perez off his line too early, ordering a retake.
In the 14th minute, Vinicius tried the opposite corner. Perez stretched fully to deny him again, deflecting the shot onto the post. The same infraction occurred, prompting a second retake.
The drama peaked in the 17th minute. Vinicius slipped on his third attempt, sending the ball straight down the middle. Perez dove left but blocked it with his feet, preserving the scoreline.
Player Background and Impact
The Brazilian forward, who netted eight goals in 52 appearances for Fulham, has thrived since joining Gremio last year with a strong goal tally. These misses proved decisive in the goalless stalemate.
Fan Reactions on X
Spectators expressed disbelief online. One fan posted: “If they had any shame, they wouldn’t even come back for the second half.”
Another wrote: “I’ve never seen a f***ing thing like this lmao.”
A third remarked: “I don’t recall any similar sequence pulling from memory.”
A fourth added: “No player in the world should be allowed to take a third penalty after missing two.”
