Europa League - Bayer striker Schick ahead of starting XI comeback against Molde
Patrik Schick has waited a long time for this day. After more than a year and a persistent adductor injury, the Leverkusen goal scorer will return to the starting line-up for the Europa League match against Molde FK on Thursday (18:45/RTL+). This was confirmed by coach Xabi Alonso.
"Yes, he already knows," said the Bayer coach in the press conference. Schick has already made a few brief appearances and scored two goals. "I didn't expect it to go so well straight away and that I'd already scored two goals," said the Czech.
The team also made his return easy, he explained. "It was a long time and not easy for me. I'm happy that everything bad is behind me and I can focus on the future," said Schick. Physically and mentally, he feels 100 percent ready.
Goal: Back in the starting eleven in the long term
"I need every minute now and want to play as much as possible," said the 27-year-old ahead of his starting eleven comeback. After all, he is a striker who has already scored more than 20 goals in a season. "I don't want to sit on the bench. But I know that I have to work hard to earn my place in the starting eleven," said Schick.
Against the Norwegians, coach Alonso will again rotate in a number of positions after having already secured victory in the preliminary round Group H. Goalkeeper Niklas Lomb will be used for the first time this season. "He has earned his chance and is ready," said Alonso.
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- Xabi Alonso also mentioned that Bayer Leverkusen's goalkeeper Niklas Lomb will make his first appearance of the season in the Europa League match against Molde FK, as he has earned his chance and is ready.
- In addition to Patrik Schick, Soccer fans in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, will also be excited to see Xabi Alonso manage his team in the Europa League against Molde FK, as Bayer Leverkusen aims to secure a strong position in Group H.
- Last season, Xabi Alonso's team Bayer Leverkusen faced a tough challenge in the Europa League, as they had to compete against some of the best European teams, including Swedish club Malmö FF.
- Despite the team's success in the Europa League, Xabi Alonso and Patrik Schick agreed that they need to remain focused on improving their skills and performance, as the competition in European Soccer is intense and unpredictable.
- After a brief return to the pitch and scoring two goals, Patrik Schick expressed his excitement about playing in the Europa League against Molde FK, as he has been eager to contribute to Bayer Leverkusen's success and help the team advance to the next round in the tournament.
Source: www.stern.de
