AEK Athens team news: Igor available, Fati and Lamptey out

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Albion face AEK on Thursday night.

Charlie Hanson

2023-11-29T17:35:00Z

Igor Julio could face AEK on Thursday night.

Albion will look to secure a win that would take them within touching distance of qualification for the knockout stages of the Europa League when they take on AEK Athens on Thursday at the AEK Stadium, kick-off 5.45pm GMT.

If you're making the trip to Athens for the game, make sure you've read the updated match information.

Roberto De Zerbi's team will be wearing our commemorative Europa League shirt, which you can get your hands on here.

Team news

Ansu Fati was substituted during the first half against Nottingham Forest.

Ansu Fati and Tariq Lamptey are out with injury but Igor Julio has returned to the squad after missing the 3-2 defeat to Nottingham Forest.

Roberto De Zerbi said in his press conference on Wednesday evening, "Igor can play. Ansu [Fati] and [Tariq] Lamptey are both injured. We have lost them for a long time I think. But the focus is on the players who can play tomorrow. We will have to compete. I don’t know if we will win, but we will fight to win the game for sure."

How to follow the game

Thursday evening’s game will be live on TNT Sports.

Y ou can also follow the live updates on our match centre and social media channels.

Our last meeting

Albion’s hopes of a dream debut in the Europa League were spoilt by AEK, as they defeated us 3-2 at The Amex on matchday one in September. Djibril Sidibe headed in a sensational opener, before Joao Pedro’s penalty got us back on level terms. Mijat Gacinovic put the visitors ahead again just before half-time, but they were pinned back from the penalty spot once more, with Joao Pedro showcasing his prowess from 12-yards. Ezequiel Ponce would have the final say on the night though when he fired in an 84th minute winner.

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