The Brazilians traditionally are not associated with defensive prowess, but this is one hell of a way to defend a free-kick.
Figueirense hosted Palmeiras in the Brazilian Campeonato Série B at the weekend and after giving away a free-kick in a dangerous position, set about covering every eventuality from the set-piece.
Most walls seem to jump, while the odd wall stays grounded to prevent the drilled daisy cutter. On this occasion Figueirense were taking no chances.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WLAUGoBpmC8#at=15
We’d love to see this re-enacted in the Premier League this season, but we won’t hold our breaths.
Hat-tip to Yahoo Sports.
