Published 11:11 IST, February 11th 2021
Ancelotti's composed reaction to Everton's winner during intense 5-4 clash vs Spurs: WATCH
Everton manager Carlo Ancelotti's cool and composed reaction following Bernard's winner against Spurs in the FA Cup had many fans talking on social media.
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Goodison Park was flooded with goals when Everton hosted Tottenham Hotspur. It was indeed an extremely intense clash with nine goals scored over a span of 120 minutes. Toffees were ones to make most out of FA Cup clash, with a 97th-minute winner from Bernard. But manr Carlo Ancelotti's reaction after ultimate strike has invited epic reactions, as fans laud his composed nature on sidelines.
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Spurs star Davinson Sanchez bagged lead for Jose Mourinho as early as 3rd minute. But his efforts were nullified when Dominic-Calvert Lewin struck a half volley, leaving absolutely for Hugo Lloris to work out his magic between sticks. And Ancelotti's men bagged lead two minutes later when Brazilian forward Richarlison struck a low shot in bottom left corner.
Everton appeared to have sealed fifth round FA Cup tie when Gylfi Sigurdsson made it three goals for Ancelotti from spot just before half-time. But Spurs were yet to give up and Erick Lamela's brilliant one-two with Heung-min Son resulted in a fine goal in injury time of first half for rth Londoners.
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Davinson equalled up to Toffees' tally in 57th minute following a rebound. But Everton were determined to advance furr in competition. Thus, Richarlison again bagged lead following a sensational finish past Lloris. Harry Kane arrived in a clutch form in nerviest of moments as he headed home to again make it 4-4 with seven minutes remaining.
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With favourable results for eir side, extra time was played out. And hosts took utmost advant with Bernard finally netting winner in 97th minute. Even as Everton bench erupted in joy and Spurs' sat frustrated, Ancelotti's reaction was particularly surprising.
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Carlo Ancelotti's composed reaction invites epic comments from fans
former Real Madrid manr appeared unmoved by winner, as he just blew over his hot coffee and walked usually along sidelines. One of fans was quick to suggest that manr had been a witness to Sergio Ramos' 94:48 moment in Champions League final and thus his composed reaction was justified. Meanwhile, his assistant manr Duncan Ferguson was seen erupting in joy as he ran behind Italian tactician after winner.
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Im courtesy: Emirates FA Cup Twitter
11:11 IST, February 11th 2021