Zalazar missed a sitter and a Sporting defender mocked him | OneFootball

Sporting beat Rio Ave 4-0 this Friday in Vila do Conde, claiming their third win in four Liga Portugal matches. Despite the rout, one of the most memorable moments of the game was an unbelievable miss by Rodrigo Zalazar.

The Uruguayan international midfielder missed an open goal in scandalous fashion in the 36th minute, with the Rio Ave net completely empty.

Back on the pitch after the break, with Sporting’s victory all but secured, Eduardo Quaresma did not miss the chance to jokingly confront his teammate. During the conversation in the tunnel, the 27-year-old Uruguayan international tried to justify himself by the way he struck the ball.

Despite being one of the starters, Zalazar has been the target of criticism, especially from João Maria Jonet, who spoke recently.

In the 2026/27 season, Rodrigo Zalazar - valued at €30 million - has made four appearances, all in Liga Portugal Betclic. In 348 minutes on the pitch, the South American has scored one goal and provided one assist.

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