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Niklas Eliasson on Game Night: “OPAP Arena is difficult for any opponent, glad to be back”
Niklas Eliasson spoke exclusively from the OPAP arena on game night following AEK’s win over Aris, with the Sweden winger serving on Union’s unbeaten run in Philadelphia, the title shot and his comeback.
THE Nicholas Eliasson after AEK’s 3-0 win over Aris, he only spoke to him game night and the Manos Nabrozidis who came into play at the OPAP arena for his team’s dominance, Union’s unbeaten run at home and of course his return after three months.
Your first thoughts on your return and the warm applause of the world?
“I’m happy to be back and it was a nice feeling to have people’s support. From the moment I got hurt I’ve received a lot of messages of support and I thank them for that. They’ve got me in this one work motivated during difficult times and come back better.”
Did you expect this standing ovation?
“No, definitely not. It’s amazing and it means a lot to me.”
Do you think you will never lose in the OPAP Arena?
“Yes. We feel very comfortable in our stadium. It’s a great stadium and the crowd creates an amazing atmosphere. It’s difficult for opponents to come here. We also have good players, a good group and we work hard every day and I hope we do.” can go on like this.”
They are now on the first place waiting for the match against Panathinaikos. What’s the key to staying first?
“We have to focus on our team. We have a lot of good players and we have to keep going like this every week, with good performances. Don’t lose our focus and don’t think about the opponents. We know we have them.” the quality to win and achieve positive results”.
Source: sport 24
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