When something goes wrong and it's all your fault, it's an excuse to try and rid yourself of any blame. This comes from the 2010 FIFA World Cup where the
game ball, named the Jabulani, has been the
target of complaint by goalkeepers and players alike to cover up
poor play.
Pissed
Guy: Dude, you just rear-ended my car!
Other Guy: It wasn't my fault, it was the Jabulani.
Teacher: You just failed the last
test. Did you just not choose to study?!
Student: I studied all night. It was the Jabulani.
English Commentator: Bloody
hell, Rob Green just let in an easy goal! He's a very skilled keeper so it must just be that Jabulani