FCSB Reveals Starting Striker Against Bologna: First 11 Announced

In a significant match on Thursday, September 28, 2023, FCSB will face Bologna in the Europa League at 19:45. The game will be held at the Arena Națională in Bucharest.
FCSB’s Starting Striker Against Bologna: Mamadou Thiam
With the match approaching, FCSB management surprised fans by announcing Mamadou Thiam as the starting striker. Previously, there was speculation about whether Daniel Bîrligea or Denis Alibec would take this pivotal role.
FCSB’s Formation and Key Players
FCSB has chosen a strong lineup for this crucial encounter:
- Târnovanu
- Pantea
- Ngezana
- Lixandru
- Radunovic
- Șut
- Alhassan
- Miculescu
- Olaru
- Cisotti
- Thiam
The substitutes include Udrea, Zima, Graovac, Alibec, Bîrligea, Tănase, Kiki, Politic, and Oct. Popescu.
Bologna’s Team and Competitive Context
Bologna, led by coach Thiago Motta, includes players such as:
- Skorupski
- Zortea
- Heggem
- Lucumi
- Lykogiannis
- Freuler
- Moro
- Orsolini
- Odgaard
- Rowe
- Dallinga
The substitutes for Bologna are Ravaglia, Pessina, Holm, Pobega, Castro, Barnardeschi, Casale, Ferguson, Cambiaghi, Miranda, Vitik, and Fabbian.
Recent Performances and Standings
FCSB comes into the match after mixed results: a win against Go Ahead Eagles (1-0) and a loss to Young Boys Berna (0-2). In contrast, Bologna has struggled, earning just one point with a loss to Aston Villa (0-1) and a draw against Freiburg (1-1).
Market Valuation of Teams
According to Transfermarkt, Bologna’s squad is valued at €272 million, compared to FCSB’s valuation of €48 million. Despite the financial disparity, FCSB aims to secure a crucial victory to improve their standing in the Europa League.
As both teams prepare for this vital clash, FCSB is eager to leverage their home advantage and implement their strategy under new expectations. This match is crucial for both teams in their European aspirations.
Conclusion
The encounter promises to be an exciting showdown. Fans and analysts are keen to see how FCSB’s chosen approach, particularly with Thiam as the main striker, will play out against Bologna’s determined side. Tune in for further updates and match analysis on El-Balad.