Another goal involvement by a goalkeeper in the Champions League! Jan Oblak provides an assist in the match against Brugge

The Champions League playoff clash between Atlético Madrid and Brugge delivered one of the season’s rarest and most thrilling moments.

Details: In the 23rd minute, the deadlock was broken thanks to a direct link-up between the goalkeeper and striker. Jan Oblak took on the role of chief playmaker for his side. It all started with a powerful and precise clearance from Oblak deep in his own box. The ball soared the entire length of the pitch and found Alexander Sørloth, who capitalized on Simon Mignolet’s shaky positioning. The Norwegian forward coolly slotted the ball home with his left foot, firing Atlético into the lead.

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The stats in this season’s Champions League now carry a touch of irony: Jan Oblak, the goalkeeper, has as many assists as superstar striker Kylian Mbappé.

Thanks to Oblak’s phenomenal assist, Atlético secured a comfortable 1-0 advantage in the first half, with the scoreline remaining unchanged by the 35th minute.

Reminder: Not long ago in this Champions League campaign, Benfica goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin scored a goal against Real Madrid in stoppage time.