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Minnesota United has an explanation for that viral own goal

Minnesota United has an explanation for how Sammy Ndjock threw the ball into his own goal. 

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If you thought Minnesota United goalkeeper Sammy Ndjock’s embarrassing own goal was inexplicable, think again. 

In Wednesday’s friendly against Premier League club Bournemonth, Ndjock just threw the ball into his own net.

But the club has an explanation: Ndjock had enjoyed a snack in the dressing room before the game. 

He really should have added some nice oily peanut butter.