Saved by a Break: Safonov Leads PSG to Club World Cup Glory with a Broken Hand

Safonov's Miracle in Qatar

Louis Enrique, Paris Saint-Germain's coach, revealed shocking details about his team's victory in the Club World Cup, saying Russian goalkeeper Matvei Safonov probably saved two penalties while playing with a broken hand.

The final in Qatar on Wednesday saw Safonov, 26, shine as he saved four penalties to guide the Parisian side past Flamengo.

Enrique said at a Friday press conference that the player does not even know how it happened, noting the break likely occurred on the third kick.

He performed a strange motion and still saved the last two kicks; the fracture remained. The adrenaline was so high that the moment happened without pain.

PSG issued a formal statement saying an update on keeper's condition would come in three to four weeks, meaning he will miss the pitch during that period. Enrique added that life is karma, and with his strong mindset, he will return stronger. Punchline: Talk about resilience, even his X-ray apparently filed for a raise. Nice try, referee.