Igor Akinfeev’s “impossible” save in the Euro 2016 group stage game between Russia and England became one of the most memorable moments.
71 — SAVE! Akinfeev produces a stunning one-handed low stop to deflect Rooney's firm, bouncing effort up onto the bar. 👏 #ENGRUS
— UEFA EURO (@UEFAEURO) 11 июня 2016 г.
SAVE! Amazing reflex save by Akinfeev from Rooney's shot #ENGRUS #EURO2016 https://t.co/NT2i1RyfHl
— ITV Football (@itvfootball) 11 июня 2016 г.
His brilliant save scored 14 percent of the total vote. The Russian goalkeeper turned Wayne Rooney’s kick to the crossbar and saved the team.
First place went to Hungarian Gabor Kiraly (35 percent) for great performance in the match with the Belgians.
👐 Gabor Kiraly wins the #UEFA Save of the Season, congratulations! / 👐 ¡Esta parada de Gabor Kiraly es la mejor! pic.twitter.com/tOnt7oM3Kg
— Golden Manager (@GoldenMgr) 25 августа 2016 г.
Italian Gianluigi Buffon (14 percent) was voted third for his save in the Euro 2016 quarterfinals against the German team.
