Published 16:31 IST, May 20th 2020
Viral video of cat named 'Meownuel Neuer' making stunning saves makes netizens go berserk
A YouTuber named Chris Dixon uploaded a short video of his cat, Meownuel Neuer, making stunning saves against the backdrop of real-life commentary.
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Last week, Bundesliga returned to action after a two-month hiatus. Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer started for his side as league leers me light work of relegation-battling Union Berlin. While Manuel Neuer h a quiet night in front of goal, his feline counterpart 'Meownuel Neuer' was busy making helines for his outstanding reflexes and goalkeeping skills.
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Meownuel Neuer saves video goes viral, gets over 8 million views
Popular Youtuber Chris Dixon, who goes by his moniker ChrisMD, uploed a short video from his Twitter account on Monday where he tried to score past his dextrous cat. cat, who is named after Manuel Neuer me some impressive saves and video has unsurprisingly gone viral on social media. viral video featuring Meownuel Neuer has garnered over 8.3 million views in just two days and cat is w firmly established as an internet sensation.
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Chris Dixon, a British YouTuber, is kwn for making content in and around football. He opened short video saying, "Since getting a cat I have learned y will do anything in your power to make your day worse." We n see Chris Dixon using a small red ball to try and score past Meownuel Neuer, who was defending his DIY goal. talented black-and-white cat is seen making some impressive saves throughout video. From hurling himself into air to stop ball mid-air to even deflecting ball onto crossbar, Meownuel Neuer appeared to be at his very best. viral video also featured background score of real-life commentary from football matches.
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Here's how social media reacted to viral video:
Bayern Munich approves Meownuel Neuer
Bundesliga club uploed a compilation of Meownuel Neuer making saves alongside some of best saves from Manuel Neuer. viral video also prompted hilarious comments on social media. One fan commented, "Iker Catsillas Purrnandez" - inspired by former Spanish goalkeeper Iker Casillas. Ar wrote, "Shay Kitten" - after Irish 'keeper Shay Given. Chris Dixon himself took part in naming competition and wrote: "Hourable mentions to Peter Schmeowchel (Schmeichel), Marc-Andre purr Stegen (Ter-Stegen) and Tim Meoward (Howard)."
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16:31 IST, May 20th 2020