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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