PSV Secures Late Draw Against Olympiacos FC
PSV earned a crucial point in injury time at the Georgios Karaiskákis Stadium, thanks to a goal by Ricardo Pepi. Peter Bosz's squad faced fierce and organized opposition from Olympiacos, struggling to create clear chances throughout the match. Despite the pressure, PSV showed determination, with Pepi scoring the equalizer in the 93rd minute.
Challenges Faced by PSV
The game was tough for PSV compared to their previous UEFA Champions League match against SSC Napoli, where their play was smoother and more dynamic. Olympiacos applied high pressure, quickly transitioning after losing the ball, which limited PSV's attacking opportunities.
Player Milestones
Alongside Pepi's heroics, teammates Mauro Júnior and Ivan Perišić reached notable milestones in their PSV careers during the match.
Ricardo Pepi's Record-Breaking Performance
Pepi scored his fifth UEFA Champions League goal and his second of the current season. Notably, he has scored crucial goals as a substitute against Napoli, Fortuna Sittard, and Olympiacos.
"This makes him the record holder along with Cristiano Ronaldo and Sergio Agüero for the most result-changing goals in extra time of a UCL game."
Current Standings
With the draw, PSV remains 17th in the UEFA Champions League rankings.
Summary: Ricardo Pepi’s late equalizer demonstrated PSV’s resilience in a challenging game, matching a record shared with Ronaldo and Agüero for decisive Champions League goals in extra time.