Ricardo Pepi scored as soon as once more for FC Groningen, netting the third and remaining purpose in a KNVB Cup win over Dordecht.
- Pepi scores fifth purpose in six video games
- Groningen win 3-0
- Striker making sturdy push for World Cup spot
WHAT HAPPENED? Pepi scored his fifth purpose in six video games for Groningen, sealing a 3-0 win with a Ninetieth-minute end. The purpose was little greater than a tap-in, with midfielder Florian Kruger squaring a ball for Pepi to complete right into a wide-open web. The end, although, was a strong reward for Pepi, who began and performed the entire match.
THE BIGGER PICTURE: Each purpose counts at this stage, particularly as we get nearer and nearer to the World Cup. After going practically a yr with out scoring, Pepi has discovered his contact, and his confidence, on the excellent time. On present kind, it will be robust to depart Pepi at house, though Jesus Ferreira, Jordan Pefok and Josh Sargent are all thriving with their present golf equipment as properly.
WHAT’S NEXT FOR PEPI? Groningen sealed a spot within the subsequent spherical of the KNVB Cup, however they face a a lot harder take a look at this weekend in league play. Pepi and co. at present sit sixteenth within the Eredivsie and can host second-place PSV this weekend after their Europa League conflict with Arsenal.