OFI – Tripoli Star: Bakic’s Heroic Intervention Secures Final Spot

Marco Bakic took on the role of a lifesaver in the closing moments of the semi-final match, with the experienced midfielder making a crucial intervention that sent the Cretans to the Greek Cup final. A Hollywood-worthy finale unfolded during the OFI – Tripoli Star semi-final clash of the Greek Cup! With time ticking down to the 9th minute of stoppage time, Nikos Christogeorgos made an ill-fated exit, fouling Kostas Triantafyllopoulos. After VAR review by Tasos Papapetrou, the home team’s goalkeeper was dismissed. This led to Marco Bakic stepping up in the dying moments, with the Montenegrin player executing a life-saving clearance on Federico Alvarez’s foul, effectively sending OFI to the grand final. Naturally, Bakic was mobbed by his teammates, leaving the crowd at the stadium in awe.