The Liceo, Facing the Point of No Return in the Champions League

Liceo Faces Crucial Champions League Showdown Against Dinan Quévert

A Victory Essential for Liceo’s Champions Ambition

The Hockey Club Liceo faces a critical Champions League encounter tonight as they travel to face Dinan Quévert. With just one point earned from their two opening games, Liceo needs a positive result to remain in contention for the knock-out stages.

Head coach Juan Copa, while expressing confidence in his team’s “comfort” with the new, longer Champions League format offering more opportunities, acknowledges the weight of this fixture.

Overcoming Adversity against Quévert’s Strong Defense

The sixth-placed French side are formidable opponents. XXknown for their gritty home performances at what is described by local media as a “small and rough” rink, making the game a test of Liceo’s resilience and adaptability. “Dinan Quévert must be overcome, either by a

powerful assault or through sheer wear-down,” says Copa.

“The French team at home is a difficult rival,” Copa acknowledged, but goes into the match with much optimism.

A Boost for Liceo

Despite the challenge ahead, Liceo will be boosted by the return of key players. Captain Jacobo Copa, Bruno Saavedra, and David Torres, each forced to

sit out last week’s match against Oliveirense through illness and minor injuries, are favorite to regain their starting positions.

“Having almost everyone available is crucial for us,” says Copa, highlighting

the importance of his team’s signature aggressive, high-tempo

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