Standard De Liège Faces Dender: Leko Makes Key Choices
Standard De Liège Prepares for Dender Match
The Belgian championship resumes this weekend as Standard De Liège faces the surprising leaders, Dender. In a press conference, Ivan Leko shared insights about the upcoming match, acknowledging the unexpected success of Dender. “It’s a big surprise to see them at the top. On paper, they seem like a small team, but their performance shows they deserve their points,” said Leko.
Absences in the Lineup
Leko will have to manage without new attacker Dennis Eckert, who is injured, and Souleyman Doumbia, who is not yet ready. Goalkeeper Arnaud Bodart will also miss the trip to Dender, as he hasn’t played in three months. Leko described the situation as challenging but emphasized his faith in young players like Matthieu Epolo.
- Dender is a formidable opponent with strong physical and tactical play.
- Leko appreciates the competition among players, which is vital for match preparations.
- Bodart’s situation is tough but manageable, and efforts will be made to support him.
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