Alexis Saelemaekers's Gravity-Defying Skill Genuinely Looks Like A Glitch, It Needs An Explanation

Alexis Saelemaekers produced a skill so incredible that it genuinely looked like a glitch in a video game, we need an explanation.

Just after the match referee blew the whistle for half-time, the AC Milan midfielder performed a gravity-defying piece of skill that has stunned the football community.

So, he flicked the ball with his right foot, then back-heeled it with his left foot before kicking it out of touch in one ultra-smooth motion.

We've watched it over and over again - and still can't figure out what he's done and how he's managed that absurd skill.

Needless to say, Saelemaekers' showboat sent social media into overdrive.

One tweeted: "What is this sorcery."

A second wrote: "This looks like some kind of witchcraft!"

A third added: "I can't even work out what he's done here."

A fourth commented: "This looks like a glitch in a video game."

Image: PA

As for the actual match between Atletico Madrid and AC Milan, Saelemaekers started in his side's crucial 1-0 win.

Junior Messias headed home a late winner to keep their chances of progressing to the next round alive.

Topics: Football

Nasir Jabbar

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