Calhanoglu meets his penalty match as Maignan’s mind games win Milan derby | Nicky Bandini
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- In the Milan derby, Inter Milan secured a crucial point after a penalty awarded by referee Simone Sozza, following a VAR review of Strahinja Pavlovic's foul on Marcus Thuram. Hakan Calhanoglu, known for his penalty prowess, faced the pressure to convert the spot-kick, having previously scored 27 out of 28 penalties for Inter and three for Milan before that.
- This moment highlights the psychological aspects of high-stakes matches, particularly how goalkeeper Mike Maignan's mind games may have influenced Calhanoglu's performance. The outcome not only affects Inter's standing in Serie A but also underscores the importance of mental resilience in competitive sports.
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