My Chipped Penalty Was Instinctive Not Calculated - Catania Hitman Giuseppe Mascara
The Sicilian was unsurprisingly upbeat after scoring an audacious spot kick to push his side towards victory over the Nerazzurri…
By Stefano Federici
“In such moments I think you go with your instincts rather than your head,” he declared to SkySport.
“All I heard was the referee’s whistle and I stepped up to do what comes naturally.
“I never thought twice about attempting the chip, and was prepared to do so from the moment I picked up the ball.
“It is satisfying to score in such a manner, but my ultimate objective right now is sealing salvation with Catania.
“I have never scored in such a manner in a championship game, but I always try my hardest in training to perfect my technique,” concluded the hitman.
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