Desperate times call for desperate measures.
The goal that crossed the line 4:19 into four scheduled minutes of extra time was the final touch of the game. It secured a 1-1 tie and a critical point in group play for Lazio. Tuesday's game was the opener for both teams in Group E, which also includes the Netherlands' Feyenoord and Scotland's Celtic FC.with a 2-0 win over Celtic FC on Tuesday, earning three points.
Lazio's tactic to put Provedel in on offense was an uncommon one, but made sense given the circumstance. With the timing of the corner kick likely making it the last chance for Lazio, there was little downside to keeping their goal untended. The extra man on offense gave them advantage that Provedel seized.Most Read
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