'In the hole' is a term usually reserved for the gap between the opposition defence and midfield, a space often occupied by playmakers, No 10s and trequartistas.
In Brazil, a player found himself in the hole - though not of the good kind.
Coritiba striker Joel was celebrating a well taken goal against Sao Paulo when he leapt over the advertising hoardings and onto what looked like tarpaulin.
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Turns out it was covering an open stairwell...