Fun, magic and joy, however, need the context of a genuine footballing contest: a game entirely composed of
attempted rabonas would be some sort of depressing exhibition match, pretty but vacant, appealing but meaningless.
Not exact matches
Speaking after his side's 1 - 1 draw with Wales, Balgium coach Marc Wilmots admitted he was not happy with his star player's
attempt at a «
rabona» kick during the game.
And if he needs more evidence to steady himself, there's always the reaction he received from the Bernabeu for his
attempts at cutting through games with his
rabonas and other tricks.
United had a chance from the off with Rashford hitting a
rabona and Pogba
attempting to score with an overhead kick.