Credited with a good match against Montpellier HSC, Younis Abdelhamidcaptain of theASSEcould continue against Stade Rennais on Saturday. Dylan Batubinsikahis partner in central defense, provides him with valuable support.
ASSE : They will tell us about Abdelhamid, the leader
Dylan Batubinsika spoke about the match between ASSE and Stade Rennais, at Roazhon Park, this Saturday (5 p.m.), during the pre-match press conference.
Asked about the confrontation with the Breton club, the Congolese defender also mentioned his duo with Younis Abdelhamid. The Moroccan, holder against Montpellier, has regained his best level after a few performances below expectations.
“Yunis was excellent. I think he was vengeful after his last performances. He had not played at the level he wanted and was expected of him. But he was able to rise to the challenge and we were not surprised, because we meet him every day”insured Dylan Bathubinska.
Yunis Abdelhamid: from doubt to rebirth
The ASSE captain was whistled by the Saint-Etienne supporters during the reception of RC Lens because of his missed match against OGC Nice, but he overcame this ordeal thanks to his strength of character. Even as a substitute, he brought his experience and advice to the group.
“In football, we all go through difficult times, but it’s how you bounce back that counts. Yunis showed great character. We are not surprised to see him get up. He has great mental strength, which is to his credit.”testified the 28-year-old center back.
The Moroccan, captain of Saint-Etienne at heart!
Against the MHSC, the former Rémois had not recovered the armband, worn by Gautier Larsonneur. But this posed no problem within the ASSE locker room.
“The fact that he’s no longer captain doesn’t change anything. He's the one who speaks in the locker room. He is a natural leader, with or without an armband. He brought us all his experience. Even on the bench, he remains a captain at heart”explained Dylan Batubinsika.
