Iranian Defender Nader Mohammadi Goes Viral With Spectacular Somersault Throw-In Assist for Spartak Kostroma (Watch Video)
Iranian defender Nader Mohammadi, 29, is back in the spotlight as electrifying clips of his unique somersault throw-ins go viral again.
Iranian defender Nader Mohammadi has captured international attention after executing a spectacular somersault throw-in that set up a crucial winning goal for Russian Second Division side Spartak Kostroma against FC SKA-Khabarovsk. The acrobatic play, captured on match footage, went viral across social media platforms over the weekend as fans reacted to the uncommon display of athleticism on a professional football pitch. The incident occurred during a tightly contested Russian Second Division fixture, where Mohammadi's signature throw-in technique delivered a long-range projectile directly into the opposition penalty area, resulting in the decisive goal for his team. Real Madrid Become First Sports Team in History to Surpass Euro 1.2 Billion Annual Revenue.
Nader Mohammadi's Spetacular Somersault To Win Game For Spartak Kostroma
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With the match locked in a stalemate, Kostroma earned a throw-in high up the flank. Mohammadi stepped up, took a long run-up, performed a forward flip off the ball, and planted his feet at the touchline to launch the ball over 30 metres into the penalty box.
The sheer velocity and trajectory of the throw caught the opposition defenders off guard. A teammate met the long delivery inside the six-yard box, heading it into the back of the net to secure a hard-fought victory for the host club against SKA-Khabarovsk.
Having previously featured for Persian Gulf Pro League clubs such as Paykan and Tractor SC, the 29-year-old defender built a reputation as one of world football's most unique set-piece threats. The technique allows players to gain maximum momentum, converting a standard throw-in into a cross comparable to a corner kick. Football Clearance Triggers Highway Car Crash Live on Air During Uruguayan 2nd Division Match, Video Goes Viral.
Nader Mohammadi Goes Viral
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Iranian defender Nader Mohammadi pull off an incredible somersault throw-in from his own half pic.twitter.com/dbme3odmqH
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Strict FIFA rules dictate that a throw-in must be delivered with both hands from behind the head and both feet must touch the ground on or outside the touchline at the moment of release. Mohammadi's precise timing ensures full compliance with the laws of the game while generating maximum leverage.
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