Ricardo Pepi Matches Champions League Legends with Late Goal for PSV
Ricardo Pepi once again made an impact off the bench, scoring a stoppage-time equalizer for PSV against Olympiacos on Tuesday, securing a vital point in the Champions League.
This marked Pepi's third goal in four matches across all competitions, despite only playing 75 minutes total during that span. PSV now have five points after four UCL games.
Details of the Crucial Goal
With PSV trailing 1-0 in the 93rd minute and facing defeat, the team earned a late free kick. The initial ball was blocked, but it fell to Pepi, who delivered a perfect first-time shot to level the match at 1-1.
Thanks to the draw, PSV stand 17th at the midpoint of Matchday Four in Europe's top competition.
Pepi Joins Elite Company
Pepi’s clutch performances have become a hallmark during his time at PSV. His latest goal placed him alongside some of football’s most iconic players.
According to Opta, Pepi’s goal was his third stoppage-time, result-changing goal in Champions League matches. Only Cristiano Ronaldo and Sergio Aguero have scored as many.
Season Performance Summary
- Pepi has scored three goals this season.
- Two of those goals came in the Champions League.
- He previously scored against Napoli in a brief six-minute appearance that also included an assist.
Ricardo Pepi continues to prove himself as a decisive striker, consistently delivering in critical moments for PSV.