Ibrahimovic offers support to Australia’s Herrington after World Cup penalty heartbreak
TEXAS, USA: Zlatan Ibrahimovic showed his warmer side by sending words of encouragement to Australian teenager Lucas Herrington after his penalty miss against Egypt in the World Cup round-of-32 shootout.
The 18-year-old center back struck the crossbar with Australia’s fourth spot-kick, leaving Hossam Abdelmaguid with the opportunity to seal victory for Egypt, which he duly did.
Harry Souttar also missed for Australia.
Australia lost 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw following extra time on Friday, extending their wait for a first knockout-round victory at the showpiece tournament.
