Mehir Demiral of Turkey etched his name into the history books of the European Championships, scoring the second-fastest goal in the tournament’s history. Demiral’s strike came just 57 seconds into Turkey’s Round of 16 clash against Austria on Wednesday. The goal arose from a Turkish corner kick that the Austrian defense and goalkeeper Patrick Pentz failed to clear effectively, leaving the ball for Demiral to unleash a powerful shot into an empty net.
This remarkable feat comes shortly after Nedim Bajrami of Albania set the all-time record for the fastest goal in the competition. Bajrami achieved this accomplishment during Albania’s group stage match against Italy at the BVB Stadion Dortmund on Sunday, finding the back of the net after a mere 23 seconds.
Demiral’s goal, while falling short of Bajrami’s record, serves as a testament to his quick reflexes and decisive finishing ability. It also highlights the chaotic nature of football and the potential for unexpected moments of brilliance. Both goals have undoubtedly thrilled fans and added a layer of excitement to the European Championship tournament.
