Memphis owns up to missed penalty, backs Corinthians to recover | OneFootball

The Dutchman Memphis Depay, the protagonist of the missed penalty by Corinthians in the defeat to Palmeiras this Sunday, took to social media to take responsibility for the poor penalty kick.  

The forward hinted that Andreas Pereira’s stomps on the penalty spot hindered him, but even so, he took the blame for the missed penalty. Furthermore, Memphis emphasized that Corinthians played better throughout the Derby, but lacked efficiency. 

“Last night’s result does not reflect the game at all. We showed for most of the match that we wanted it more than they did, but unfortunately we were not efficient enough. The penalty situation leaves a bitter taste because I had never slipped in my entire career. Everyone saw what happened, but it’s okay… I take responsibility for it,” Memphis wrote on his Instagram. 

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Head held high

Memphis used the post to reinforce his confidence in the Corinthians team. For him, the team, with the support of the Fiel (faithful fans), can achieve more titles this season. 

“My head is held high, I believe in my team! With the faithful fans by our side, we will soon lift another trophy. We move forward,” he concluded. 

This season, Memphis has played only four matches for Corinthians, but has yet to score. Last Thursday, against Capivariano, he recorded his first assist of the year, setting up a goal for the youngster Kayke. 

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