Memphis Depay endured a nightmare moment in the Corinthians-Palmeiras derby after missing a penalty in dramatic fashion, with video showing Fulham midfielder Andreas Pereira playing a part in the distraction.
The former Manchester United team-mates were involved in a bizarre incident as Depay prepared to take a spot-kick in the heated contest. As the Netherlands forward began his run-up, Pereira was seen stepping into view and moving across Depay’s line of sight.
Depay then slipped at the crucial moment, sending his penalty off target and squandering a major chance for Corinthians. The miss immediately sparked reactions from players on both sides, as Palmeiras escaped without punishment in a key phase of the derby.
Footage of the moment quickly spread online, with Pereira’s actions highlighted as a clear attempt to unsettle the taker. The video revealed how Pereira timed his movement perfectly to catch Depay’s attention just as he stepped forward for the kick.
The incident added another flashpoint to an already intense Corinthians-Palmeiras showdown, and Depay’s miss proved one of the defining moments of the match.
