Friday, September 18, 2015

EL : Rapid edge Villarreal



Two quick second half goals from Schwab und capitan Hoffman helped Rapid to ended 47 year long wait for a win against Spanish opposition.


The visitors took the lead just before the half time whistle, after Leo Baptistao cleverly headed the ball in the net after a cross from Rukavina. 

Carried on the wings of home crowd (36 200 spectators) Rapid over turn the match in 4 second-half minutes. Rapid take advantage after two set pieces from captain Hoffman. First one ended with goal, second one bring penalty, the Hoffman himself coolly converted.

In the dying minutes “the yellow submarine” had several chances but Baptistao and Bakambu didn’t find the net.

 -         - We`ve left our hearts on the pitch, we fight till the last minute and with great support from our fans we manage to win it –said Rapid`s manager Barisic.

Rapid`s next match will be away in Minsk, while Villarreal welcomes Victoria Plzen.

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