Social media exploded following a viral moment where Barcelona’s rising star, Roony Bardghji, executed a sensational elastico dribble against Nigerian international Bruno Onyemaechi during the 6-1 thrashing of Olympiacos.
FC Barcelona delivered a stunning 6-1 victory over 10-man Olympiacos in the Champions League on Tuesday night, but for many fans, the real action was a single, dazzling moment of skill.
Late in the game, substitute Roony Bardghji executed a jaw-dropping ‘snake bite’ (elastico) dribble past Super Eagles defender Bruno Onyemaechi, instantly transforming the match into a viral social media spectacle and leaving supporters in stitches.
The Moment that Broke the Internet
Barcelona was already cruising, emphatically recovering from a recent Champions League setback against PSG with a commanding home performance powered by a Fermin Lopez hat-trick and a Marcus Rashford brace.
The score stood at 4-1 when Nigeria’s left-back, Bruno Onyemaechi, who had entered the game in the 53rd minute, faced his toughest test.
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Fermin Lopez was the star of the night for Barcelona vs Olympiacos. (Photo Credit: UCL/X)
In the 75th minute, just a minute after replacing Lamine Yamal, the young Danish sensation Roony received the ball on the wing.
What followed was a moment of pure football artistry. Roony’s lightning-quick elastico, a deceptive move that feints one way and breaks the other, left Onyemaechi stranded and tackling air.
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Bruno Onyemaechi in action against Barcelona’s Roony Bardghji on Tuesday night. (Photo Credit: Imago)
The dribble led directly to the move that saw Fermin complete his hat-trick, yet the focus was entirely on the defender’s bewildered reaction.
Fan Reaction Goes Viral: The “Antidote” Demands
The audacious piece of skill immediately went viral, particularly among Nigerian and African football fans, who embraced the moment with characteristic humour.
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Roony Bardghji beats Onyemaechi with a ‘snake bite’ to assist Barcelona’s fifth goal of the night. (Photo Credit: Imago)
The “snake bite” nickname for the elastico quickly took hold, with fans posting a flurry of highly discoverable, quote-worthy comments.
One fan’s reaction, “That Roony snake bite on that Olympiacos full back, them suppose pour antidote for him mouth immediately,” became the unofficial catchphrase of the night.
Other comments poured in, blending humour with a mix of awe for Roony’s skill and sympathy for the Nigerian defender.
“Bruno Onyemaechi thinks he’s playing against Lesotho wingers,” quipped one user. Another exclaimed, “Roony wan take my Nigerian brother life. See snake bite.”
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Fermin Lopez and Marcus Rashford celebrating a goal for Barcelona || Image credit: imago
Bardghji’s electric cameo shows his immense potential, providing a crucial footnote in a game that otherwise centered on Barcelona’s clinical finishing and dominance against the 10-man Greek side. For the 19-year-old, the highlight-reel move is a significant talking point, demonstrating the flair that has made him a top prospect.
For Onyemaechi, who is a regular in the Super Eagles squad, the moment serves as a sharp reminder of the elite technical level in the Champions League, particularly against a resurgent Barcelona attack.
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His performance, while overshadowed by the viral clip, will be scrutinised as he competes for a starting spot for both club and country.
While the 6-1 scoreline marks a vital result for Barcelona’s European campaign, the lasting memory of the night is the sheer audacity of Roony Bardghji’s dribble and the hilarious, global fan reaction it provoked.
