Southampton set-piece specialist James Ward-Prowse takes probably the most uncharacteristic penalty of his profession

He could also be thought-about among the best set-piece takers in world soccer however even the trusty proper boot of James Ward-Prowse can get it unsuitable typically.

Southampton got here up towards Turkish second-division outfit Goztepe SK on Saturday night time on the Bornova Aziz Kocaoğlu Stadium in Izmir, Turkey.

It was the second recreation of their pre-season marketing campaign and properly, the Saints struggled within the opening levels. In truth, Russell Martin’s aspect may have been two objectives down.

However in arguably probably the most uncharacteristic second of his profession so far, the 28-year-old blazed over the crossbar after shedding his footing.

Charly Alcaraz equalised for Southampton after the hour mark, though Ward-Prowse’s unlucky effort from the spot was the most important speaking level on social media.

Here is how social media reacted to his penalty miss.

One fan mentioned: “Bro thought it was a free kick,” whereas one other commented: “JWP with formally the worst penalty within the historical past of world soccer.”

A 3rd wrote: “My man helped him up then began laughing.”

A fourth added: “I bear in mind him saying it’s simpler for him to attain a free kick than scoring a Pk. Bro thought it was a free kick.”

“I’d moderately a free-kick, to be sincere. However there you go, typically you rating them and typically you don’t,” he advised Sky Sports activities.

“Honest play to the keeper, he learn it this time. However the primary factor is we got here away with three factors and that’s higher than any purpose you possibly can rating.”

Ward-Prowse has been closely linked with a transfer this summer season. Forward of the summer season window opening, it was steered that Aston Villa, West Ham and Tottenham had been considered preserving tabs on the midfielder.