Lazio goalkeeper Provedel scores late equalizer to secure draw against Atletico Madrid
Key points:
- Lazio goalkeeper Ivan Provedel scores injury-time equalizer to secure a draw against Atletico Madrid
- Pablo Barrios gave Atletico Madrid the lead with a deflected strike
- Provedel becomes the fourth goalkeeper in Champions League history to score a goal
Lazio goalkeeper Ivan Provedel scored an injury-time equalizer to earn his team a 1-1 draw against Atletico Madrid in their Champions League opener. Provedel’s header from a corner, assisted by Luis Alberto, came in the 95th minute and sparked celebrations from the Lazio players. Atletico had taken the lead through Pablo Barrios’ deflected strike in the first half. Provedel’s goal makes him the fourth goalkeeper to score a Champions League goal from open play. Lazio will take away a valuable point from the match in Group E.
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