Behind the scenes: De Jong penalty practice
- Mon 19 Mar 2012, 10:05AM
- Posted by Chris Nield
Joe Hart believes Mario Balotelli is one of the best penalty takers in the world?
Well, we think Nigel de Jong might run him close. Check out this slideshow of the Dutch midfielder's inimitable spot-kick style.
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Our Dutch enforcer clearly enjoying the sunshine at Carrington.
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"Penalty practice? Are you serious?"
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Nige checking his footwear: "Yep, the same ones I wore at Anfield. Let's do this!"
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Harty can't believe it.
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The lucky boots have done it again!
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"Have you been getting lessons from Mario?". Samir impressed by Nigel's unorthodox penalty taking style.
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Micah: "Will you show me how to take pens like that?"
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James doesn't share the same enthusiasm for his team mate's scoring exploits.
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Nigel is determined not to be outdone by Milly and attempts to put him in the 'sleeper hold' to calm him down.
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Nigel unleashes his trademark 'lawnmower' move to put an end to the ruckus.
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In an incredible turn of events, James wriggles out of De Jong's grip and is victorious.
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