Nothing like a good performance in World Cup FIFA Club to change the image that the world is yourself . Khalid Askri , goalkeeper Raja Casablanca, the opportunity came to Morocco in 2013 . He had indeed need to change a reputation based primarily on two unthinkable blunders that have been around the world on the Internet ...
You surely is one of millions of people who , in September 2010, have earned Askri become famous as " the unluckiest goalkeeper in the world " for having initially saved a penalty . But while he has already turned to his supporters to celebrate the parade , the ball keeps rolling capriciously opposite side to finally cross the line . This monumental error has resulted not only in the elimination of FAR Rabat club then , Cup Morocco in favor of the Maghreb Fez , but also ... over ten million views for video on the web!
Misfortunes seldom come alone, a few weeks later , Askri gives rise to a second video has also toured the virtual world. On a ball behind the keeper missed his foot control , which allows time for an opposing striker tackle , the ball once again ending his race in the net . Askri then revolt against his bad luck by throwing his shirt to the ground before leaving the field with rage. His teammates try to dissuade him. In vain.
Supports weight
Very affected by this catastrophic months Askri then asked to be transferred FAR Rabat. It was at this period that he received many expressions of solidarity from counterparts goalkeeper . " Finally, these videos let me know . Lot of guards around the world have supported me , including Gianluigi Buffon ," he told FIFA.com after delivering a fantastic performance against CF Monterrey. "I hope he saw the match, because I think I gave a different picture ," added the Moroccan, who take care to thank the goalkeeping coach of Montpellier, Dominique Deplagne . " It helped me tremendously during this period. "
About to celebrate its 30th anniversary, Askri has yet decided to start almost from scratch. He first joined the modest Chabab Rif Al Hoceima, before signing Raja in 2012. A year later , he was again present on the world stage as an amazing match against Monterrey, marked by decisive six stops , including a one - against -one won against Neri Cardozo . If he had scored , Mexicans have taken advantage probably final , which would have deprived the Raja of a semi-final against Atletico Mineiro .
" With our style of play, based on the possession and domination, our opponents do not attack too general. But this time , they had a lot of opportunities and it allowed me to show that I was a good keeper , I was able to do parades , "says Askri , man of the match against the Rayados who left the lawn of Agadir stage before jubilant supporters .
Finally in place
"This is a dream that is coming true ," he says . "We wanted to get another picture of Moroccan football , not just Raja . It's been a long time since this country has not been successful and that the fans no longer have the opportunity to vibrate like that. Now we have nothing to lose. We want to reach the final . Playing against a team with Ronaldinho in their ranks is a dream for us. "
The dream of Raja is also a personal achievement for Askri . After experiencing complicated times in the past , he saw better days in the club of his heart . He also struggled to hide this passion when defending the colors of FAR Rabat. His fervor for Raja dates from 2000 , when the club Casablanca had played in Brazil 's first FIFA Club World Cup.
"I remember watching this tournament on television. Raja had a strong team , a very good level . This is where I started to love this club ," said the Moroccan goalkeeper , who is still awaiting his first cap after taking place on the bench during the CAN 2013. "It asked me problems later , when I moved to the FAR , because I said that I supported the Raja, a rival, but it shows how much I love this club ," said the keeper laughing. "We were all very proud of the performance of the Raja against Real Madrid, even if it resulted in a defeat ( 2:3). Hopefully we get to do the same. "
For redemption is complete, would then probably videos of his exploits that would turn the world on the Internet.
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