When Peruzzi managed to deflect the football towards the side netting with his foot, the ball had actually already completely crossed the goal line.
That is precisely why Peruzzi didn't catch the ball, but punched it out with his fists instead.
It was a smart move, yet it didn't deceive the assistant referee's eyes.
Afterwards, the head referee pointed to the center circle, indicating the goal was valid.
"Oh! Goal, what a brilliant goal!"
"Sporting Lisbon, the CD connection, has helped the team take a four to one lead over Lazio!"
"They're too fierce! This Sporting Lisbon team is utterly fierce!"
"Deng Kai's lobbed cross is like a work of art. The quality of this cross was very high, with the ball tracing a beautiful arc, as if it had the wings of an angel!"
"With one shot and two assists, he has completely dominated this game!"
