Video: Belgian Vincent Kompany proves why he isn't a striker during Euro qualifier against Israel

Belgium’s captain Vincent Kompany in action during his side’s Euro qualifier against Israel

Manchester City and Belgium captain Vincent Kompany was in the mood for something spectacular during his country’s Euro qualifier against Israel. In a match that finished 1-0 in the favour of Kompany’s side, the 28-year-old center back was sent off, but not before having a special moment in the match.

As early as the 13th minute in the first half, Christian Benteke chipped the ball in Kompany’s, who was standing on the half-way line, path. The defender, then, decided to show off his juggling skills to the fans.

Already winning 1-0 through Marouane Fellaini’s 9th minute goal, Kompany controlled the ball by Benteke, prevented it from touching the ground while simultaneously moving forward, juggling the ball 5 times before unleashing a volley.

The volley, unfortunately, was not up to the standards of the juggling and proved why the 6-foot-3-inch tall man from England was right in becoming a defender instead of a finisher. His shot would not have put the ball in orbit, but it is safe to say that the opposite goalkeeper was not troubled. It surely brought a joyous moment for the fans during the match.

Kompany was later sent off after receiving his second booking, but his side held on to win by a slender margin.

Watch Kompany’s optimistic effort here: