Home » Cavani fluffs late penalty to compound PSG misery in Nice draw

Cavani fluffs late penalty to compound PSG misery in Nice draw - NewsZetu.com

ADVERTISEMENT
newszetu
Friday, January 22, 2021
  • Home
  • News
  • International
  • Business
  • Tech
  • Sports
  • Health
  • Entertainment
  • Fashion
  • Gossip
  • Travel
No Result
View All Result
NewsZetu.com
No Result
View All Result
ADVERTISEMENT

Home » Cavani fluffs late penalty to compound PSG misery in Nice draw

Cavani fluffs late penalty to compound PSG misery in Nice draw

May 4, 2019
in News
3 min read
Cavani fluffs late penalty to compound PSG misery in Nice draw
ADVERTISEMENT

YOU MAY ALSO LIKE

Africa’s COVID-19 case fatality rate surpasses global level

There is nothing hustler about Ruto — Otiende Amollo

ADVERTISEMENT

By AFP
More by this Author

Paris Saint-Germain’s dismal recent run in Ligue 1 continued on Saturday as Edinson Cavani missed a stoppage time penalty for the French champions in a scrappy 1-1 home draw with Nice.

The Uruguayan shot weakly at Nice goalkeeper Walter Benitez nearly five minutes after Neymar, who scored PSG’s leveller from the spot 30 minutes earlier, was judged via VAR to have been brought down by Dante.

PSG retained the league title two weeks ago and are 17 points ahead of second-placed Lille but they have now won just one of their last six league games as their season continues to disappoint in the aftermath of their nightmare Champions League defeat to Manchester United in March.

They were beaten 3-2 at Montpellier midweek after throwing away a two-goal lead to lose on penalties the French Cup final last weekend, after which star striker Kylian Mbappe was hit with a three-match ban for a rash tackle on Rennes’ Damien Da Silva.

“It’s a bit of a strange period,” PSG coach Thomas Tuchel said. “We won the league very early….we played this game as if it was a friendly.

“We’re lacking tension before a match, me included, that’s normal. There’s nothing to win, no objectives left.”

For next season he added: “It’s absolutely vital we find answers next season to improve.”

Not even Neymar – who is awaiting sanctions after hitting a Rennes fan in the aftermath of the cup defeat – bagging his first league goal since January was enough to rouse the hosts from their slumber.

The Brazilian struck from the spot on the hour mark in front of a not-full Parc des Princes to level Ignatius Ganago’s stunning volleyed opener just after half-time, but Tuchel’s side were lacklustre throughout and couldn’t grab the winner.

Patrick Vieira’s Nice, who are down in seventh and seven points away from the Europa League place, had a much simpler chance to double their lead and pile the pain on PSG 12 minutes later after Ganago’s strike, but Alan Saint-Maximin could only watch in horror as his shot from the bar after being served an open goal by the dynamic Youcef Atal.

They were duly punished seconds later by Neymar, who coolly strode up to score his spot-kick after Angel Di Maria was hacked down by Patrick Burner.

PSG pushed for a winner without creating much, and they were handed a golden opportunity to snatch an undeserved winner when referee Frank Schneider pointed to the spot, booking a distraught Dante in the process.

However Cavani, in his first start since February, wasn’t up to the task and the hosts had to make do with an underwhelming point.


Credit: Source link

Share198Tweet124
<a href="http://www.instaforex.com/?x=MKMRR">InstaForex</a>
ADVERTISEMENT
Previous Post

How 1934 Morris-Carter land report set stage for Mau Mau

Next Post

Blow to 3,000 trainee teachers as low grade admission revoked : The Standard

Related Posts

Africa’s COVID-19 case fatality rate surpasses global level
News

Africa’s COVID-19 case fatality rate surpasses global level

January 21, 2021
There is nothing hustler about Ruto — Otiende Amollo
News

There is nothing hustler about Ruto — Otiende Amollo

January 21, 2021
IEBC asks Kenyans to check whether they have been listed as BBI supporters without consent
News

IEBC asks Kenyans to check whether they have been listed as BBI supporters without consent

January 21, 2021
Police detain woman who went to report gruesome killing of roommate – Nairobi News
News

Police officer found dead with slit throat in his Embakasi house – Nairobi News

January 21, 2021
Next Post
Blow to 3,000 trainee teachers as low grade admission revoked : The Standard

Blow to 3,000 trainee teachers as low grade admission revoked : The Standard

Search

No Result
View All Result

Recent News

Presenting: Our 2021 Presidential Inauguration Style Awards

Presenting: Our 2021 Presidential Inauguration Style Awards

January 21, 2021
Philadelphia Eagles hiring Nick Sirianni as head coach, sources say

Philadelphia Eagles hiring Nick Sirianni as head coach, sources say

January 21, 2021
Princess Charlene Defends New Buzzcut Hairstyle: ‘It Was My Decision’

Princess Charlene Defends New Buzzcut Hairstyle: ‘It Was My Decision’

January 21, 2021
ADVERTISEMENT
NewsZetu.com

NewsZetu.com is an online news website focused on latest breaking news from around the globe. We also cover business ,sports, entertainment and feature articles in technology,health,fashion and travel.

Recent News

  • Presenting: Our 2021 Presidential Inauguration Style Awards
  • Philadelphia Eagles hiring Nick Sirianni as head coach, sources say
  • Princess Charlene Defends New Buzzcut Hairstyle: ‘It Was My Decision’
  • Contact Us
  • Privacy Policy

© 2020 NewsZetu.com - All rights reserved!

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • News
  • International
  • Business
  • Tech
  • Sports
  • Health
  • Entertainment
  • Fashion
  • Gossip
  • Travel

© 2020 NewsZetu.com - All rights reserved!

We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies.
Do not sell my personal information.
Cookie settingsACCEPT
Manage consent

Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience.
Necessary
Always Enabled

Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. These cookies do not store any personal information.

Non-necessary

Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and is used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics, ads, other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website.