Borac Banja Luka assistant coach Boris Raspudić expects a challenging encounter against Finnish side KuPS in the second round of the UEFA Conference League but believes his team has the quality to compete and secure all three points in front of their home supporters.
Speaking to RTRS ahead of the match, Raspudić described KuPS as a demanding opponent but emphasized that the Finnish club is within Borac’s competitive reach.
“We can compete with them and take on the role of favorites on our home ground. The atmosphere within the team is very good, and the players are motivated. It is an honor and a privilege to play in the Conference League,” Raspudić said.
Borac aiming to build on experience from Athens
Raspudić emphasized that Borac will look to carry the positive atmosphere and motivation from their previous European appearance in Athens into the encounter against KuPS.
He expressed confidence that the team can deliver a strong performance and reward its supporters with a victory.
“I believe we will secure all three points tonight and make the fans who come to support us happy,” Raspudić stated.
Both teams looking for first Conference League victory
Borac Banja Luka will host Finnish club KuPS tonight at 9:00 p.m. in the second round of the UEFA Conference League.
Both teams enter the encounter following defeats in their opening matches.
Borac suffered a loss against Greek side Panathinaikos, while KuPS were defeated by Turkish club Trabzonspor.
The match offers both sides an opportunity to secure their first points of the competition, with Borac hoping to capitalize on home advantage and the support of their fans.
Source: RTRS
