Roger Schmidt was right: "Chicharito" is one of a kind.
On Friday afternoon, Bayer Leverkusen's coach praised the Mexican striker's skills and influence in the team's performance this season. Today, "Chicharito" scored the game-winning goal for The Aspirins, giving them some room to breathe in their quest to secure a spot in the UEFA Champions League next season.
Schalke took the lead with a couple of first half goals, courtesy of Eric Choupo-Moting and Leroy Sane. But after the break, Julian Brandt, Karim Bellarabi and Hernández scored to give the red-and-black side three crucial points.
With his goal today, Hernández has sent the ball into the back of the net 26 times, increasing his tally in what has been his best season as a professional. This was his 17th goal in the German top flight, keeping him close to the Bundesliga's top three scorers.
Here's how fans reacted to the Mexican striker's performance.
There are three things that are certain in life: Death, taxes, and Chicharito scoring during the weekend.
— Cesar Hernandez (@cesarhfutbol) April 23, 2016
"One more goal for Chicharito"
Otro gol de chicharito pic.twitter.com/iGf9OwNbr4
— gifmefav (@gifmefav) April 23, 2016
Next to Ronaldo, Chicharito is my favorite player. Miss him in Madrid.
— Byron Gutierrez (@Byron22911) April 23, 2016
So happy for chicharito
— Ale (@AlexRiv9) April 23, 2016
Chicharito
— Futbologos (@futbolocos10) April 23, 2016
Working today but it's all good. Chicharito scored
— Everardo V. (@Ever1017v) April 23, 2016