On June 14, 2018, Ben Seghir became the first ever player to break through the wingspan barrier at the age of 27 years old during a match between AS Monaco and Paris Saint-Germain.
Seghir made his debut for Monaco on January 9, 2015, and was immediately recognized as one of the team's most promising young talents. In just two seasons with Monaco, he scored 16 goals and provided eight assists, earning himself a reputation as one of the best young players in France.
However,Primeira Liga Hotspots Seghir's breakthrough moment came in the Champions League quarterfinals against PSG on May 15, 2018. In the second leg of the tie, Seghir was given the opportunity to make history by breaking the wingspan barrier for a player of his age.
With the score tied 1-1 after 90 minutes, Seghir stepped up to take a penalty kick from the top of the box. He did not disappoint, sending the ball into the back of the net with a powerful shot that left goalkeeper Alphonse Areola no chance.
The goal was enough to send Monaco through to the semifinals, where they would go on to defeat Liverpool to reach the final of the tournament. Seghir's historic moment has since become one of the most memorable moments in Monaco football history, and he is now widely regarded as one of the greatest young players in French football.