Dom Ballard scores with a heel for Bristol City against Birmingham
Bristol City forward Dom Ballard scored with his heel in a Championship match against Birmingham. His goal in the 85th minute put his team ahead, but the match ended in a 2-2 draw.
Goal in the 85th minute
Ballard had his back to goal when he finished Rio Cardenes' cross with his heel. The ball flew into the top corner after the strike. ABC News Australia reports on the episode.
After the goal, Birmingham equalised from a penalty. Despite Ballard's late strike, his team was unable to secure a victory.
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Reaction after the match
Ballard said that after scoring, he immediately ran to the fans, and their support made a strong impression on him. He also noted that he was unlikely to score many goals better than this one.
Following the episode, users on social media platform X mentioned the Puskás Award and suggested that the contest for the best goal of the season may already have been decided. The player himself said he was disappointed with the result because he considered Bristol City the stronger team. He added that he wanted to make a successful start at his new club.
