Nicolás Lodeiro to face Tigres in Concachampions Round of 16
Monterrey, Nuevo León. / 03/11/2024 21:00:33
Nicolás Lodeiro, the Uruguayan footballer who was previously sought after by Tigres but never signed with them, is now set to face them as a rival playing for Orlando City in the Second Leg match of the Round of 16 of the Concachampions.
Having played for teams such as Nacional de Uruguay, Ajax, Boca Juniors, and Seattle Sounders before joining Orlando, Lodeiro recognizes Tigres as a strong player in Mexican and Concacaf soccer. Despite the challenge ahead, he remains hopeful and determined.
“We know that they are a strong team at home, a great team. We are going to face an important rival, we come to play the game as such,” Lodeiro said.
Lodeiro emphasized the importance of the Concachampions tournament and the significance of winning on Tuesday. He expressed his interest in focusing on the competition in his current region and the opportunities it presents for his team and the MLS.
“It is the most important tournament in the region and the other teams want to participate. The significance is important, we have the possibility of playing in an important part of the tournament, not only for the club but for what the MLS represents,” he stated.
As a key player for his team, Lodeiro has demonstrated his skills in the Champions Cup with eight goals and five assists in 12 appearances in this competition during his career. He looks forward to the challenging yet rewarding experience of facing Tigres in the upcoming match.
With confidence in his team’s abilities and determination to succeed, Lodeiro is prepared to give his best performance and contribute to Orlando City’s efforts in the Concachampions Round of 16. The match promises to be intense and exciting, with both teams vying for a spot in the next stage of the tournament.