How Manchester United goalkeeper Les Sealey refused to leave the pitch and nearly lost his leg
Football is littered with tales of stubborn keepers who refuse to vacate the pitch despite the pleas of coaches and medical staff. One of the most well-known instances in recent memory involves Kepa Arrizabalaga during the League Cup final, but long before that, Manchester United's Les Sealey exhibited similar tenacity. His remarkable determination in the 1991 final not only saved Sir Alex Ferguson's career but also nearly cost him his leg.
