Corey Addai’s Unfortunate Own Goal Leads to Embarrassing Moment for Crawley in Win Over Bradford
Introduction
In a surprising turn of events, Crawley goalkeeper Corey Addai scored what has been dubbed as the “most unlikely embarrassing goal ever” during his team’s victory over Bradford in League Two. Addai’s own goal initially gave the Bantams the lead at Valley Parade, putting Crawley on course for defeat.
Addai’s Heroic Stop Turns Into Mishap
During the second half, Addai appeared to have made a heroic stop after saving Andy Cook’s penalty. However, as he reached back to collect the ball, it squirmed under him and rolled towards the goal. Instead of stopping it, Addai could only punch it over the line, giving Bradford a 2-1 lead and completing a turnaround for the hosts.
Shock and Surprise on Social Media
The incident left fans shocked, with many expressing their disbelief on social media. One fan simply wrote, “Own goal?!” while another added, “We have scored two of the most unlikely embarrassing goals I’ve ever seen.”
Late Drama Saves Addai’s Blushes
Fortunately for Addai, late drama unfolded as Adam Campbell equalized five minutes from time. This spared Addai from further embarrassment. In the end, Danilo Orsi and Klaidi Lolos scored deep into stoppage time, securing a 4-2 victory for Crawley.
Implications for Both Teams
The win lifts Crawley up to ninth place in the league standings, just outside the play-off places on goal difference alone. On the other hand, Bradford now sits in 14th place after 26 matches, missing out on the opportunity to climb into the top half of the table.
Conclusion
Corey Addai’s unfortunate own goal may have been embarrassing, but it didn’t prevent Crawley from securing a victory over Bradford. The incident serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of football and the potential for unexpected twists and turns in every match.