London's "Tottenham" forward Erik Lamela says that the goal he scored with a rabona style in yesterday's UEFA Europa League match against Tripoli's "Asteras" was the best moment of his life.
The record club purchase contributed to the victory with a score of 5-1 by defeating the opponent's goalkeeper twice.
"Was it the best goal of my life? Yes, I think so," the Argentinean told the London Evening Standard. "I have scored like this before, but at that time, I was only representing River Plate youth team."
"Can it help me achieve the best form? Yes, it can. The goal was important because I needed to score. It could have been a simple goal. I am happy with both the goal and the victory."
"When the ball came to my feet, I didn't think about anything unusual. I didn't think about anything. Everything happened in an instant."
"I just wanted to make an impact, and it was the most comfortable and effective way. I will definitely remember this goal because it is completely different from scoring before."
Jan Vertonghen, the team's defender, also praised Erik Lamela. The Belgian said that the episode created by his teammate was one of the most beautiful he has ever seen.
