Just hours before VfB Stuttgart’s debut in the Champions League, Bilal El Khannouss does not hide his impatience. The German club hosts Viking Stavanger this Wednesday, September 9, at 6:45 PM, during the first matchday of the group stage. “It’s a dream come true,” said the Moroccan international in comments reported by dpa.
The Atlas Lion approaches this match with full confidence. Last Friday, he opened the scoring in the 39th minute during Stuttgart’s convincing 4-1 victory against Cologne in the Bundesliga. After a standout performance, the attacking midfielder was also named man of the match by the German league.
His teammate Ermedin Demirović shares the enthusiasm, considering the Champions League as “the most beautiful competition.” “Now, the serious stuff begins,” added the forward, pleased to see Stuttgart rewarded after finishing fourth last season in the Bundesliga.
Despite being favorites, VfB intends to remain cautious against the Norwegian team. Sporting director Fabian Wohlgemuth reminded that there are “no certainties” in the Champions League and urged his players to stay vigilant throughout the match. Stuttgart particularly wants to avoid repeating the mistakes of their previous campaign, when points lost against Sparta Prague and Red Star Belgrade heavily impacted their elimination.
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