The fifth matchday of the Champions League will take place on Wednesday, November 27th, when Girona will face Sturm Graz in the Merkur Arena at 6:45 p.m. (Spanish mainland time). This game is crucial for Girona’s future.
Girona are coming off a convincing 4-1 win over Espanyol in La Liga and now it’s time to prove themselves in the Champions League. Coach Míchel, who hails from Vallecas, has several tactical options to explore as he continues to bring back players who have struggled with injuries in recent weeks. Some players could return, like Gabriel Misehouy and Abel Ruiz, while others will be missing; Arnau Martínez is suspended after his red card in the last European game against PSV Eindhoven, and injuries have kept Portu and Yangel Herrera out of action.
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This exchange is crucial to Girona’s Champions League ambitions as they look to show their willingness to compete at this level. The team suffered a heavy 4-0 defeat against PSV in their last appearance in the competition and are currently in 29th place with just 3 points.
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