James Rodríguez He came to Sao Paulo FC with the intention of competing for local titles and competing for the Copa Sudamericana. However, he was eliminated from the international tournament, even missing his shot in the decisive penalty shoot-out against Paolo Guerrero’s LDU Quito, eventually qualifying for the semi-finals.
After the error, the Colombian midfielder took to his social media to apologize to all the Sao Paulo FC fans and was badly hurt as it was the first time he had to miss a shot from the 12 steps.
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“Today I had to miss a penalty in a decision, which has never happened in my career. I take responsibility for the departure. I would like to thank the São Paulo fans who once again filled the Morumbí and supported the team. I’m very.” “Sad but confident that my story at the club is just beginning and we will have many reasons to smile together,” James wrote on his Instagram account.
Release of the Colombian steering wheel. Photo: Instagram shot/JamesRodriguez10
What was the penalty that James Rodríguez missed against LDU Quito by Paolo Guerrero?
The result was 1:1 between both teams and James Rodríguez He had the perfect opportunity to put Sao Paulo in the lead. However, he sent his shot into the stands and they were eventually eliminated.