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Nigeria's Goalkeeper Goals: From Enyeama to Trubin, Champions League Scored by the Unexpected'

Nigeria's Goalkeeper Goals: From Enyeama to Trubin, Champions League Scored by the Unexpected'

Benfica's Anatoliy Trubin joins a list of goalkeepers who have scored goals in the Champions League, joining company with iconic keepers like Joseph-Antoine Enyeama.

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Benfica's Anatoliy Trubin has scored a Champions League goal, joining a list of five goal-scoring keepers including Enyeama, in what highlights the unpredictability and skillset of top-tier goalkeepers. This feat is part of a longer history of elite netminders contributing to the scoring tally in the competition. Trubin's achievement serves as a reminder that goalkeepers are capable of showcasing their prowess beyond mere defensive duties. Several notable keepers have scored Champions League goals throughout the tournament's history.

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