Strasbourg predicted XI v Mainz: Emanuel Emegha to start | OneFootball

Emanuel Emegha could make his first start for RC Strasbourg Alsace when they face Mainz in the UEFA Europa Conference League on Thursday night, looking to overturn a two-goal deficit in order to progress to the semi-finals of the competition.

Emegha, whose upcoming move to Chelsea was confirmed back in September, has missed much of the season due to a muscular injury. His long-awaited return came last week during the 2-0 loss in Germany, whilst he also made a substitute appearance in last weekend’s 3-1 win over OGC Nice. However, this will be his first start since making his return. He will captain the side.

Strasbourg will have to continue to live without Aaron Anselmino, who has struggled with injury since arriving, and Joaquín Panichelli, who suffered an ACL injury last month.

Strasbourg likely line-up v Mainz

Mike Penders; Ben Chilwell, Andrew Omobamidele, Ismael Doukouré, Guéla Doué; Valentín Barco, Samir El Mourabet; Martial Godo, Julio Enciso, Diego Moreira; Emanuel Emegha. (L’Éq)

GFFN | Luke Entwistle