Ricardo Pepi Equalizes for PSV in Champions League
Ricardo Pepi once again made a significant impact coming off the bench, scoring a stoppage-time equalizer for PSV against Olympiacos on Tuesday. His goal secured a vital Champions League point for PSV.
Match Details and Impact
The goal marked Pepi's third in four games across all competitions, though he has only played 75 minutes in total during that span. PSV now have five points from four UEFA Champions League matches.
Pepi scored in the 93rd minute when PSV was trailing 1-0 and facing likely defeat. After a late free kick that initially was blocked, the ball fell to Pepi, who finished with a first-time strike to level the game at 1-1.
Historical Significance
Per Opta, Pepi's goal was his third result-changing goal in stoppage time of a Champions League match.
Only two other players in history have matched this feat: Cristiano Ronaldo and Sergio Aguero.
Pepi’s Season Performance
So far this season, Pepi has scored three goals, including two in the Champions League. One of his previous crucial goals came in a brief six-minute appearance against Napoli, where he also assisted a goal.
Summary: Ricardo Pepi continues to prove himself as a clutch striker for PSV, matching Champions League legends with a remarkable record of late, game-changing goals.
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