After scoring the winning goal for Milan against Hellas Verona in Serie A, Santi Giménez is preparing for a new challenge in the UEFA Champions League. The Mexican striker will face Feyenoord once again, his former team, with a clear mission: to score the goal that starts the comeback for Milan at San Siro, something he didn’t manage to do in the first match played in Rotterdam.

A difficult return for Santi Giménez against Feyenoord.

The first match against Feyenoord was tough for Santi Giménez. A few days after signing for Milan, the Mexican striker returned to his "home" with great anticipation. However, his new teammates couldn’t connect with him on the field, limiting his opportunities. He only managed one shot throughout the match, and his former teammates knew how to neutralize him, showcasing their defensive ability.

Despite this adversity, Zlatan Ibrahimovic stepped in to support Giménez. The veteran striker for Milan, who has become a reference for new players, highlighted the importance of quickly adapting to a club like Milan. "It's not easy to come to Italy and perform right away, especially at Milan, one of the biggest clubs in the world. We're here to help him, so he enjoys the game and gets results", said Ibrahimovic.

Santi Giménez’s numbers in the Champions League.

Santi Giménez has experience in the Champions League, and his stats back him up. In the 10 matches he has played in this competition, he has scored seven times, in addition to registering two assists. With an average of one goal every 103 minutes, his goal-scoring ability is outstanding, and he remains a key player for Milan in the Champions League.

If he scores tonight, he will become the third Mexican player with the most goals in the Champions League, behind Hugo Sánchez (17) and ‘Chicharito’ Hernández (14). Giménez is determined to surpass them and help Milan advance in the Champions League tie. With his history in the competition, it’s likely he’ll soon shine again and fulfill his mission of leading Milan to victory.