Kauno Zalgiris and Besiktas Face Off in UEFA Europa League Play-Off Return Leg
Besiktas is facing Kauno Zalgiris away in the UEFA Europa League play-off round return leg. Having won the first leg 3-0, the black-and-whites take to the field in an advantageous position.
In the UEFA Europa League play-off round return match, Besiktas is playing away against Kauno Zalgiris, whom they defeated 3-0 in the first leg. Ahead of the tough encounter to be played at the Dariaus Gireno Stadium, the squad and broadcasting details for both teams have been finalized.
Match Date and Broadcasting Details
The UEFA Europa League play-off return match between Kauno Zalgiris and Besiktas will start at 20:00 on Thursday, August 27. The match will be broadcast live to football fans on S Sport Plus.
Besiktas's Advantageous Position
The black-and-white team had managed to defeat their opponent 3-0 in the first match played in Istanbul. Having gained a major advantage for the qualification with this score, Besiktas aims to protect this score advantage in the return leg.
Squad Developments and Absences
Trossard was not included in the match squad for Besiktas in order not to take any risks. The coaching staff opted for a rotated and balanced squad for the tough away fixture.
Besiktas Starting XI
The starting XI with which Besiktas will take the field against Kauno Zalgiris consists of the following players: Nubel, Murillo, Djalo, Emirhan, Outtara, Salih, Kartal, Olaitan, Cerny, Ilhan, and Vlahovic.
Kauno Zalgiris Starting XI
In the starting XI of Kauno Zalgiris, who will give a tough comeback fight on their home ground, are Mikelionis, Moutachy, Lekiatas, Hernandez, Edokpolor, Karashima, Ourega, Fiolic, Kalik, Ribeiro, and Debeljuh.