Koopmeiners on Atalanta tactical role and Ilicic visit

Teun Koopmeiners admits his tactical versatility might be ‘a shock for the opposition’ Sturm Graz and is glad to see Josip Ilicic within the stands cheering on his previous workforce.

It kicks off on the Stadion Graz Liebenau at 17.45 UK time (16.45 GMT).

You may observe all of the build-up and motion because it occurs from this sport, Roma-Slavia Prague and Fiorentina-Cukaricki on the LIVEBLOG.

Koopmeiners was rested for the weekend’s Serie A victory over Genoa, however returns to the beginning XI immediately after shaking off a slight muscular challenge.

“I’m very comfortable to be again with the workforce. I wish to be essential for the facet and to play nicely immediately,” Koopmeiners advised Sky Sport Italia.

The Dutchman’s function tends to alter from one sport to the subsequent, as he is ready to work as a midfielder or extra not too long ago as a trequartista behind the strikers.

“It’s a shock for the opposition, I’m very glad to have totally different tactical positions. These are three crucial factors. There aren’t any straightforward video games in Europe, we should play nicely after which see what the state of affairs is on the remaining whistle. Sturm Graz play with a number of depth, they run arduous, but additionally have good method.”

Ilicic will probably be within the stands with the Atalanta supporters to cheer on his former teammates.

He presently performs simply throughout the border in Slovenia with Maribor and was visited by circa 100 Atalanta followers on their manner in direction of Graz immediately.

“It’s beautiful to see him with the followers. He’s a fantastic participant.”

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