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Moustapha Hadji's Free-Kick Stunner: Coventry City vs. Arsenal (Premier League, September 16, 2000)
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Moustapha Hadji's Free-Kick Stunner: Coventry City vs. Arsenal (Premier League, September 16, 2000)
Coventry Citys Moustapha Hadji (no. 10) scores from a free kick
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September 16,2000, at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry, England, a moment of football magic was born. Coventry City's Moustapha Hadji (no. 10) stood over a free kick, the ball at his feet, the Arsenal defense on high alert. The Premier League match between Coventry City and Arsenal was proving to be an intense battle, with both teams vying for supremacy. Hadji, a Senegalese international midfielder known for his technical skills and powerful strikes, took a deep breath, focused his eyes on the ball, and prepared for the challenge. The Arsenal wall shifted, trying to anticipate his move, but Hadji had other plans. With a flick of his right foot, he curled the ball over the wall, its trajectory arcing gracefully towards the goal. The Arsenal keeper, David Seaman, was caught off guard, his outstretched hand unable to prevent the ball from finding the back of the net. The Coventry City fans erupted into cheers, their team taking a surprising lead over the title favorites. The goal was a testament to Hadji's skill and determination, a moment that would be remembered long after the final whistle blew. David Rawcliffe, a renowned football photographer, captured this stunning moment in time, preserving the memory of Hadji's free kick for generations to come. This image, from Coventry City's 2000-01 season, is a reminder of the beauty and unpredictability of the beautiful game.
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