Fatal Error Jeremy Doku Gives Open Goal To Slovakia

Jeremy Doku is considered to have given Slovakia a surprising opening goal (photo: Doc.uefa.com)

JAKARTA - Jeremy Doku's fatal mistake in giving Slovakia a shocking opening goal in the Euro 2024 match against Belgium on Monday, June 17 at the Frankfurt Arena Stadium, Frankfurt. The Manchester City star has been criticized for his "very naive" mistake.

This horror moment came as Doku tried to make a cross inside the Belgian penalty box, which led to an easy goal for Slovakia in the 7th minute. Doku, who wanted to control the ball, withdrew again to receive a throw in close to the corner flag. After receiving the ball, he tried to make the corner by dribble to the side before finally passing weakly into the middle of the Belgian penalty box.

Doku's pass was easily intercepted by Slovak players who then made a shot which was originally saved by Koen Casteels before Ivan Schranz scored from a close range rebound.

Doku, who started the match brilliantly before making the mistake, was the target of sharp criticism from observers. One of the uploads on X (formerly Twitter) stated: "We just saw why Jeremy Doku was so good but also very disappointing in the first 8 minutes of this match. It was unstoppable but very naive."

Another funny comment added: "Assist from Doku... for Slovakia. What he did that..."

Manchester City rival fans also participated in the spotlight of Doku's mistakes, with one of Man United's fan accounts adding: "Doku scored a goal for Slovakia."

In this match, Doku's mistake became a difficult moment for the 22-year-old, who previously performed brilliantly under Pep Guardiola's guidance since moving to last year's Premier League champions.