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A moment you would hardly believe if it was not captured on camera, as the Sydney FC striker failed to score into an open net despite having enough time to set himself up
In an incident that has quickly become etched into football folklore, Sydney FC's Patrick Wood has been the subject of widespread disbelief and mockery following what many are calling the worst miss in football history.
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During a seemingly routine A-League match against the Central Coast Mariners, Wood found himself at the center of attention for all the wrong reasons, producing a moment that left spectators, teammates, and even opponents in sheer astonishment.
The miss that shocked a nation
The match was well in Sydney's favor, leading 3-0 against the Mariners, when Wood was presented with a golden opportunity to extend the lead even further.
A misguided back-pass to Central Coast's goalkeeper Danny Vukovic turned into a perfect setup for Wood, who found himself with an open goal just two yards out. What should have been a simple tap-in to cap off Sydney's dominant performance turned into a moment of infamy as Wood's attempt inexplicably veered wide of the post.
A critical error at close range
Analyzing the miss, it's apparent that Wood's decision to take an extra touch rather than opting for a first-time finish with his left foot might have been his downfall.
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The additional touch only served to increase the pressure and complexity of the situation, leading to a far more challenging execution than initially anticipated. Wood's immediate reaction, sinking his head into his hands, encapsulated the disbelief and embarrassment of the moment.
Reactions to Wood’s unbelievable miss
The miss not only stunned those present in the stadium but also caught the attention of sports commentators and analysts worldwide. TNT Sports commentators were left baffled, remarking on the sheer improbability of the miss.
Meanwhile, data analysts from xGPhilosophy highlighted the magnitude of the blunder by noting that the chance Wood squandered had an expected goal (xG) value of 0.98, indicating it was almost a certain goal.
Despite the miss, Sydney FC managed to secure a 3-1 victory, though Wood's day was cut short as he was substituted out in the 61st minute.
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