AEK faces tonight at 22:00 (Cosmote Sport 2, News Bulletin 247, sport-fm.gr) Antwerp in Belgium in the first matchup of its playoffs Champions Leagueaiming for the best possible result which will give it the right to hope for qualification to the groups of the top European inter-club competition.
On the occasion of this specific match, the former coach of “Enos”, Argyris Giannikisgave an interview to the Belgian newspaper “Het Nieuwsblad”.
The Greek coach analyzed AEK’s way of playing, stressing that this is a team that refuses to lose, citing as a shocking example the overturning of the championship difference last season.
In detail what he said:
“The most important quality of this AEK is the self-confidence it radiates. The power too. Everyone is reunited. In last year’s championship battle they played a very important role. AEK was ten points behind Panathinaikos at the World Cup break. A difference that she finally covered to win the championship”
What to expect in Antwerp: “You’re never done with this team, no way. He proved that against Dinamo Zagreb on Saturday. In difficult times, they can be awakened by the audience. The pitch contributed to the victory and qualification. And that atmosphere will also play a role against Antwerp. Her strengths: She has an aggressive style of play. Like I said, they’re a team that never quits.”
Source: Sport Fm
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