8 Hugely Embarrassing Penalty Kick Misses

8. Sergio Ramos (2012)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zdpDMYGg9RQ

Most football fans will be familiar with this dreadful penalty attempt, not least because of the many humorous spoof videos posted online in the aftermath. Ramos is known for his defensive capabilities, and when given the option, that's probably what the Spaniard should stick to!

In 2012, European giants Bayern Munich and Real Madrid were forced to battle it out in a penalty shootout after they couldn't be separated in a hard fought Champions League semi final. 2 out of 3 Madrid players had already failed to convert, so the pressure was firmly on Ramos to find the net. But unfortunately for Madrid, the pressure got to Ramos as millions of fans watched his spot kick comfortably clear the crossbar and continue its ascent into the crowd (and beyond)!

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