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"Only certain players in the Champions League score hat-tricks. Robin van Persie is one of them," said David Moyes, the manager of "Manchester United," after the victory against Piraeus "Olympiacos" (3:0) in the Champions League round of 16 at "Old Trafford." After teetering on the brink following a 0:2 loss in Piraeus, the "Red Devils" club shifted to the safe side with three goals scored by the Dutchman Robin van Persie. However, even the best do not always succeed. At the end of the match, the forward fell on the grass, grimacing in pain, struck his fist on the ground, and left the field on a stretcher. Nevertheless, it seems that the collision itself will be painful, rather than resulting in an injury. Moyes stated after the game that it was likely just a very strong blow and the player will probably stand on his feet in the near future. His "Manchester United" team will greatly need him in the Champions League quarter-finals and the remaining part of the "Premier League" season. "We are no longer the favorites now," Moyes said about the upcoming Champions League battles. However, Moyes warned the opponents: "I don't see why 'Manchester United' couldn't win the Champions League. If we play to our potential, we can beat any team." The victory of "Manchester United" has impressed those around, who hope it will be the turning point of the team's season. Moyes himself hopes for the same. "I don't want to say right now that yes, this is the moment. But I certainly wish it would be," Moyes said. Meanwhile, the head coach of Piraeus "Olympiacos," Michel, insisted that luck turned away from his team. "Looking at the result, it seems like the game was very one-sided. However, we had chances to score, but we didn't capitalize on them. We had high expectations, but the result was disappointing. The players tried very hard, so this punishment - the defeat - is very harsh for them. Although we performed well in the Champions League, I currently have nothing to be happy about. It was very painful to see my players disappointed in the dressing room," said Michel, reminiscing about the miracle."
