10 Things Liverpool Fans Need To Know About Roberto Firmino

5. He Once Got The Hoffenheim Mascot Sent Off

Firmino's volley was so sensational that the Hoffenheim mascot 'Hoffi' was unable to contain his excitement. After running onto the pitch to celebrate with the 23-year-old he was given his marching orders by the match official. Hoffenheim ended up winning their game against Eintracht Braunschweig 3-1. https://vine.co/v/eizz6v6HKbY
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