Joe Hart’s howler on Torino debut overshadows some impressive stats from on-loan Manchester City goalkeeper
England No.1 completed 17 passes in Serie A debut defeat, which is most since 2010-11 — with accuracy of 83 per cent
ON THE face of it, Joe Hart had a Torino debut to forget as his mistake lead to Atalanta’s equaliser.
However, a closer look may paint a slightly different picture.
Pep Guardiola didn’t fancy Hart at Manchester City, because of concerns the England No1’s comfort levels with the ball at his feet.
But, at the Atleti Azzurri d’Italia stadium he completed 17 passes — which is more than in any league game since 2010-11.
Hart’s accuracy on his Serie A bow was an impressive 83 per cent.
However, Guardiola will point to the fact his replacement at the Etihad, Claudio Bravo, made 28 passes in his Premier League debut, against Manchester United — with a 93 per cent accuracy rating.
The Italian press were critical without being overly harsh.
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joked on the Italian word ‘Bravo’ — meaning ‘good’, before adding ‘but not too good’.
While — which is based in Turin — insisted he “made an omelette”, which is an Italian saying for when someone drops a clanger.
Italy’s other sporting newspaper, just described it as an “error”.
Hart joined Torino on loan on the final day of the transfer window after ten years as a City.
He made 348 appearances an FA Cup, two league titles and a League Cup.