Watch Roberto Firmino score outrageous no-look goal as Brazil thump Peru 5-0 in Copa America
ROBERTO FIRMINO continued his cheeky trademark of scoring goals without looking as Brazil pummelled Peru at Copa America.
Firmino’s strike was only the second of a 5-0 thumping win over their South American rivals.
But the Liverpool striker felt more than comfortable at tapping in from close range while looking the other direction.
It was the 19th minute of the game when the 27-year-0ld closed down Peru keeper Pedro Gallese and blocked his clearance.
Firmino’s block saw the ball strike the post and fall back into his path.
After dribbling round Gallese with ease, Firmino prodded the ball in while ensuring he looked back towards his own goal.
FIRM BUT FAIR
This is a theme which began during his time at German club Hoffenheim, and continued when he joined Liverpool in 2015.
And since arriving at Anfield Firmino has become known for the trademark finish.
Last season, he performed the signature move in games against Arsenal, West Ham and Seville.
But fans are split over the flamboyant forward’s act.
This was Firmino’s first goal in three games at this year’s Copa America having scored 16 goals for Jurgen Klopp’s team last campaign.
Casemiro had opened the scoring and Everton Soares added to Firmino’s second to see Brazil take a 3-0 lead into half-time.
Dani Alves, who today announced he is leaving PSG, continued the scoring in the second-half before Chelsea’s Willian added the fifth in stoppage time.
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Brazil were in need of a statement win after a goalless draw against Venezuela on Wednesday.
Firmino and Co wait to find out who their opponent will be in Friday’s quarter-final.