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Manuel Almunia's Heroic Penalty Save: Arsenal's Carling Cup Victory over Doncaster Rovers
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Manuel Almunia's Heroic Penalty Save: Arsenal's Carling Cup Victory over Doncaster Rovers
Manuel Almunia saves Doncasters 4th penalty during the penalty shoot out. Doncaster Rovers 2:2 Arsenal. (Arsenal won 3:1 on Penalties). Carline League Cup, Round 5. Earth Stadium, Doncaster, 21/12/05. Credit: Arsenal Football Club / David Price
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In this electrifying moment captured at Earth Stadium on December 21, 2005, Manuel Almunia of Arsenal Football Club etched his name into Gunners' history with a heroic penalty save during the Carling Cup Quarter-Final clash against Doncaster Rovers. With the score tied 2-2 after regulation and extra time, the teams faced a nerve-wracking penalty shootout to determine the victor. In the fourth round of spot-kicks, Doncaster's midfielder, poised over the ball, prepared to give his team the lead. However, Almunia, Arsenal's Spanish goalkeeper, had other plans. With lightning-fast reflexes and unwavering concentration, Almunia dove to his right, denying Doncaster's attempt and maintaining the balance of power. The crowd erupted in a cacophony of cheers as Arsenal's players and fans reveled in the save that kept their team's hopes alive. Almunia's heroics proved to be the turning point in the shootout, as Arsenal ultimately emerged victorious with a 3-1 scoreline. This iconic image encapsulates the tension, drama, and triumph of the Carling Cup Quarter-Final between Arsenal and Doncaster Rovers. Manuel Almunia's penalty save not only showcased his exceptional goalkeeping skills but also demonstrated the crucial role he played in securing Arsenal's hard-fought victory.
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