Back against the wall ’cause victory is a one way street, oh Olympic tonight (22.00) meets Karabakh for the 3rd round of their groups Europa League.

The Red-Whites, after two defeats, are looking for their first three points in the competition in order to stay in pursuit of at least 3rd place in order to qualify through the playoff match to continue their European course through the conference league. The Azerbaijanis, although they seemed to be a weak link in the group according to the draw, have refuted the forecasts with their performances and are already counting the victory over Nantes.

Mitchell, after his league-beating start, wants to do the same tonight at Karaiskaki on his European debut. The Spanish coach is known for his optimism and he wanted to convey that to the players and the public during yesterday’s press conference. “We can and want to win,” was his response to a related question, adding: “We are a prestigious team in Europe. Our troubles don’t end with the defeat of Atromitos. Of course, both I and the club believe that the first step has been taken, but we must continue. For me it will be like playing Juventus, Atlético and United. Nothing will change in this. I have great respect for Qarabag and every opponent.”

As for eleven, all indications are that on the top of the attack Mitchell will prefer the decision of Beal over Abubakar Kamara, and on defense he is unlikely to change the four, despite trials in training, given that he has only two stoppers available. , Cisse and Papastathopoulos.