'Oh my gosh, Holan was a master of the game!' Legendary commentator's real reaction to Hallan's stunt-like backheel volley

Oct 24, 2024

'I didn't know you would be good at Kung Fu.'

England legend commentators fainted at the same goal as Manchester City star striker Elling Holan's 24-year-old circus stunt. It's understandable.

It is highly likely to remain the best goal scene in the UEFA Champions League in the 2024-2025 season. He scored with a 'backheel volley shot' reminiscent of the kicks of masters in taekwondo demonstrators or martial arts films. Even the ball was behind Holan's gaze. However, he accurately took it with his heel and put it into the goal as if he had eyes on the back of his head. It was a scene that showed Holan's 'Dehuman Class' reflexes, flexibility, and bone sensation.

Holan's fantastic goal came in the third round of the Champions League (UCL) phase against Sparta Prague at Etihad Stadium in Manchester, England, early on the 24th (Korea time). On this day, Manchester City completely defeated Prague 5-0. At the center was Holan, who played multi-goal.

In particular, Holan scored his second goal to seal the victory in the 13th minute of the second half with a 1-0 lead, reminiscent of a scene from a martial arts movie. On the right, Brazilian winger Savinho crossed over a defender. He headed for Holan, who was in front of the penalty area, but the height and direction were somewhat ambiguous to take with a header.

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But Holan momentarily turned and jumped from the side of the ball and raised his long left leg high. He then spun and fired a shot with his left heel. At the moment of shooting, Holan's face turned to the other side of the ball. Still, the shot was accurate. He shook the net as it was.

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Local commentators were turned upside down by this incredible stunt.

The Daily Mail reported after the game that legend commentator Glenn Hoddle paid tribute to Holan's stunt goal against Prague in the Champions League. Hoddle is one of the English football legends who served as manager of Southampton, Wolverhampton and Tottenham in the early 2000s. He is currently a co-commentator for TNT Sports.

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Hoddle marveled at Holan's goal while broadcasting the game. He said "Oh, my God, what the hell did he just do? That was an amazing goal"Holan stood as if he were not involved in the game. Savinho crossed really well, and Holan kicked it in with his heel. It was a great finish that even the goalkeeper could not have expected"I explained the goal situation.

Then "I didn't know that Hallan would be so good at kung fu. It was an unbelievable finish," he added. Holan's backheel volley was an expression reminiscent of a kung fu master's kick. Horden is not making a fuss. Anyone would have thought similar if they saw Holan's goal scene. Holan proved why he is the best striker at the moment with this goal.

Reporter Lee Won-man wman@sportschosun.com

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