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Emmanuel Adebayors shot hits West Hams Julien Flaubert
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Emmanuel Adebayors shot hits West Hams Julien Flaubert
Emmanuel Adebayors shot hits West Hams Julien Flaubert and deflects into his own net for the 1st Arsenal goal. West Ham United 0:2 Arsenal, Barclays Premier League, Upton Park, London, 26/10/2008. Credit: Stuart MacFarlane / Arsenal Football Club
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In this electrifying moment captured at Upton Park on October 26, 2008, Emmanuel Adebayor of Arsenal Football Club unleashes a shot that would change the course of the Barclays Premier League match against West Ham United. With the score at 0-0, Adebayor receives the ball just outside the penalty area, takes a few steps forward, and unleashes a powerful strike towards the goal. West Ham United's Julien Flaubert, attempting to defend, gets a piece of the ball but can only redirect it into his own net. The resulting own goal puts Arsenal in the lead, and the crowd erupts in cheers as the Gunners take control of the game. Adebayor, a Togolese international and a key player for Arsenal at the time, was known for his pace, skill, and clinical finishing. This goal, his fifth in just seven league appearances for the season, showcased his ability to score from anywhere on the pitch. The own goal by Flaubert, a French defender for West Ham, was a cruel twist of fate for the home team, who were struggling to keep up with Arsenal's attacking prowess. The Barclays Premier League match between Arsenal and West Ham United was a highly anticipated fixture, with both teams vying for a place in the top four. This goal, just minutes into the second half, set the tone for the rest of the game, with Arsenal going on to secure a 2-0 victory. The image of Adebayor's shot hitting Flaubert and deflecting into the net is a memorable one in the annals of Arsenal Football Club history, a testament to the unpredictability and excitement of professional football.
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