Nicolae Dică, despre Ianis Hagi: Va deveni unul dintre cei mai apreciaţi jucători din Belgia
Ianis Hagi Prepares for a High-Stakes Champions League Clash
On Tuesday, October 23, at 22:00, Genk is set to face off against the reigning champions, Liverpool, in the third round of the group stage of the Champions League.
Hagi’s Recovery and Rising Star Status
Despite suffering an injury in the recent Belgian league match against Standard Liege, 21-year-old Ianis Hagi has made a full recovery in time for the encounter with the English vice-champions. His impressive performances have caught the eye of Nicolae Dică, who has praised Hagi’s potential.
„I’ve noticed he’s been utilized both in the Champions League and in the league. He’s a young player who needs confidence, similar to what he received at Viitorul, where Mr. Hagi instilled great trust in him, allowing him to deliver strong performances and score numerous goals,” Dică remarked.
Future Prospects for Hagi
Dică believes that with time, Hagi could emerge as one of the most respected players in Belgium. „It’s crucial for these players to get regular playing time at their clubs. Even if they face challenges and don’t always achieve positive results, it shouldn’t affect their performance on the national team. The key is for them to play consistently,” he added during an interview with Telekom Sport.
Current Standing of Genk
As of now, Genk sits in sixth place in the Belgian league standings, which is the last position that qualifies for the playoff stage, after ten rounds of matches.
Champions League Group E Schedule
Upcoming matches in Group E, Round III:
22:00 Genk vs. Liverpool
22:00 Salzburg vs. Napoli
Group E Standings
1. Napoli – 4 points
2. Liverpool – 3 points
3. FC Salzburg – 3 points
4. Genk – 1 point
Source: News24.ro.
