Copenhagen boss Neestrup praises BVB: "A top-class side" | OneFootball

A lot is at stake for FC Copenhagen against Borussia Dortmund. With a defeat on Tuesday (October 21, 9 PM), the reigning double winner of Denmark would find direct qualification for the Champions League round of 16 far out of reach.

This season has not gone as hoped for the success-spoiled capital city team. Currently, they are only in fourth place in the domestic Superliga. The Champions League campaign began with a promising 2-2 draw at home against Bayer Leverkusen. However, the unexpected 0-2 defeat in Azerbaijan against Qarabag Agdam disrupted the plans of the Danish "Lions".

FCK coach Jacob Neestrup is aware of the difficulty of the task against BVB. "We are facing a top team that has had a good start in the Bundesliga," praises the 37-year-old football coach in a club statement, commending the Black and Yellows. He appreciates Borussia for being "high and aggressive in pressing, strong in duels, and well-organized."

Neestrup acknowledges the offensive strength of the Bundesliga team. Additionally, the team of Niko Kovač (54) is considered "quite difficult to assess."

Poor prospects for Moukoko

The goal of the 16-time Danish champion is to be among the top 24 teams in the Champions League. This would allow the capital club to reach the knockout phase of the competition, a feat they achieved in the 2023/24 season when they advanced to the round of 16. Neestrup emphasizes not focusing on whether his team currently ranks among the top 24. Instead, it is more important for his team to get back on the path to success.

Recently, the "Lions" have faltered a bit, securing only one draw from their last three competitive matches. "We are fully aware that the criticism we are currently receiving is completely justified," says Neestrup. There have been "too many poor results and performances."

The 17-year-old Viktor Dadason might get a chance against BVB. The 1.93-meter striker made his professional debut last weekend in the 1-3 defeat in Silkeborg. "A talented and exciting player with a great future," the FCK coach calls the youngster. For Youssoufa Moukoko (20), Dadason's nomination would not be good news. The former Dortmund player would likely have to start on the bench.

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