Forward Santiago Giménez managed to get closer to a historic record in the Champions League by scoring his eighth goal in the competition. During the second match between AC Milan and Feyenoord in the Champions playoffs, Giménez scored in the first seconds of the game, tying the overall score 1-1 with a precise header.
This goal had special significance for the Mexican footballer, as it was the first time he scored against his former team in the same season he changed jerseys. After his presentation at Milan on February 3, Santiago Giménez completed his fifth match with the Italian team, adding to his statistics in the competition.
It is noteworthy that Giménez became the third highest-scoring Mexican in the history of the Champions League, just eight goals away from equaling Hugo Sánchez's record. This achievement places him alongside iconic figures in Mexican football such as Hugo Sánchez and Javier Hernández.
Giménez's goal, which occurred 37 seconds into the game, is not the fastest in Champions League history, but it adds to a series of standout performances by the Mexican forward in the competition. This historic goal for Santiago Giménez solidifies him as a Mexican reference in the top club competition in Europe.
With an early goal that shocked San Siro, Santiago Giménez excited fans by scoring against his former team and leveling the overall score. This goal came at a crucial moment in the tie, showcasing the quality and determination of the Mexican forward on the European stage.
As a gesture of respect for his past at Feyenoord, Giménez did not celebrate the goal, demonstrating his loyalty to his former colors. This goal opens new possibilities for AC Milan in the Champions League and solidifies Santiago Giménez's position as one of the Mexican references in the European competition.
