Gigi Becali has made a pivotal announcement regarding the lineup for the upcoming Europa League match against FC Basel. He emphasized the importance of having a technically skilled player in the midfield to maintain ball possession and alleviate pressure from opponents. Florin Tănase will take this critical role, which will lead to the adjustment of the starting eleven.
FCSB’s Starting Lineup Against Basel
For the Europa League clash scheduled on November 6 at 19:45, FCSB’s lineup is expected to be as follows:
- Târnovanu
- Pantea
- Ngezana
- Graovac
- Radunovic
- Șut
- Tănase
- Miculescu
- Olaru
- Thiam
- Bîrligea
Becali remarked that switching Tănase into a more central position would enhance the team’s control in matches. He noted insights gained from a recent European match, stating, “If we do not have a skilled player in midfield, we cannot maintain possession.” This adjustment comes after comparing the new setup with the squad that secured a 2-0 victory over Universitatea Cluj in the Romanian SuperLiga.
FC Basel’s Current Standing
FC Basel is currently positioned second in their league, boasting 22 points from 12 matches. The team leads with a competitive roster valued at approximately €80 million, as reported by Transfermarkt. However, they face challenges heading into this encounter, particularly due to injury concerns affecting key players Albian Ajeti and Dominik Schmid.
Coach’s Concerns and Player Availability
Coach Ludovic Magnin has indicated that Ajeti and Schmid have been sidelined with muscle issues since their last match against Young Boys. Their participation in the match against FCSB will depend on their recovery leading up to kickoff. “We won’t force them to play if they are not fit,” Magnin stated.
FCSB’s Europa League Schedule
FCSB’s fixtures in the Europa League include:
| Match | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Go Ahead Eagles – FCSB | 1st Stage | 0-1 |
| FCSB – Young Boys | 2nd Stage | 0-2 |
| FCSB – Bologna | 3rd Stage | 1-2 |
| FC Basel – FCSB | 6th November | 19:45 |
| Steaua Roșie – FCSB | 27th November | 22:00 |
| FCSB – Feyenoord | 11th December | 22:00 |
| Dinamo Zagreb – FCSB | 22nd January | 22:00 |
| FCSB – Fenerbahce | 29th January | 22:00 |
This lineup adjustment highlights Becali’s commitment to improving FCSB’s performance as they face tough competition in Europe. The upcoming match will be crucial for establishing their standing in the tournament.
