'Incredible, ridiculous' - Ollie Watkins spoons penalty over crossbar after horror slip in UEFA Champions League

Ollie Watkins dominated much of the pre-match discussion ahead of Aston Villa's UEFA Champions League clash with Celtic, but his football did the talking as he scored a fine goal and caused havoc in the 4-2 win. However, he also had a moment to forget at Villa Park as a disastrous slip saw him miss a penalty, although Morgan Rogers later completed his hat-trick to wrap up the victory.

Ollie Watkins had a moment to forget in Aston Villa's UEFA Champions League clash with Celtic as a shocking slip saw him sky a penalty over the crossbar.

The England striker had only just given Villa a 3-2 lead when the referee adjudged that Celtic defender Auston Trusty had fouled him in the box.

Watkins had the chance to let his goals do the talking after several reports of a bid from Arsenal ahead of the game, but instead, he produced one of the misses of the season.

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"Two out of two from the spot this season for Watkins, a couple of deep breaths as he paces it out," said TNT Sports commentator Adam Summerton as the 29-year-old prepared to strike.

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But it was not to be for Watkins, who slipped as he kicked the ball, sending it against his standing foot and ballooning harmlessly over the crossbar.

"Watkins, oh my goodness me, would you believe that. That is incredible. It is ridiculous. I can't believe this game," continued Summerton.

Villa had gone 2-0 up after a delightful double inside the first five minutes from Morgan Rogers.

However, the visitors got back on level terms before half-time thanks to two goals from Adam Idah.

Watkins restored Villa's lead after the break, but could not double his tally for the evening from the spot.

Watkins finishes off superb team move as Villa retake lead over Celtic

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Rogers did make it 4-2 before full-time, completing his hat-trick to cap an exciting evening at Villa Park.

TNT Sports commentator Neil Lennon believes the moment will be replayed for years to come.

"This game has had everything, hasn't it," added Lennon.

"That was incredible, it will be shown for years to come. Just when you thought you have seen everything in football.

"He is a top-class player, it is just that his left foot gives way and then as he hits the ball it hits off his falling leg. Incredible, absolutely incredible.

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