Conference League 2024-2025: Copenhagen-Heidenheim, the likely lineups

Copenaghen-Heidenheim, the likely lineups

Tricky challenge for Copenhagen, engaged at home against Heidenheim in the Conference League play-offs. Kickoff at 9 p.m. at the 'Parken'. The Danes, who finished the group stage in 18th place, are coming off a heavy 3-0 loss to Rapid in Vienna. The guests, ranked 16th, drew 1-1 with St. Gallen in the last round. For the Germans, the moment in the Bundesliga è complicated, with four defeats in a row, and Europe represents an opportunity to raise their heads again.

Balanced record for Copenhagen in the Conference League group stage: 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. The Danes snatched a playoff pass by finishing in 18thº place with 8 points. With the league at a standstill, Neestrup’s team played several friendly matches. For Thursday’s challenge, the coach will confirm the 4-2-3-1 with Elyounoussi in attack. Four absentees: Diks (disqualified) and the injured Hojer, Boilesen and Bardghji.

Heidenheim ended the group stage in 16th place with 10 points, the result of three wins, one draw and two defeats. In the Bundesliga, however, the team struggles, with 4 consecutive ko’s, the last one 1-0 at home to Freiburg. Against Copenhagen, the team is heading toward confirmation of the 4-2-3-1, with new signing Zivzivadze in attack supported by Honsak, Beck and Wanner. Absent are Dorsch, Kratzig and Schimmer, while Fohrenbach remains in doubt.

Probable lineups

Copenaghen (4-2-3-1): Trott; Huescas, Hatzidiakos, Gabriel Pereira, Lopez; Clem, Delaney; Chiakha, Claesson, Robert; Elyounoussi. Coach: Neestrup.

Heidenheim (4-2-3-1): Muller; Traore, Mainka, Gimber, Busch; Kerber, Schoppner, Honsak, Beck; Wanner; Zivzivadze. Coach: Schimdt.