May 9, 2024, all eyes are on the Gabonese striker, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, who poses a formidable threat to the Italian side’s defense.
Aubameyang’s impact on Olympique de Marseille’s campaign this season cannot be understated. With an impressive tally of 27 goals and 11 assists in 47 matches, the 34-year-old has been instrumental in his team’s success, contributing to a staggering 38 achievements overall.
As Marseille gears up for the pivotal second leg against Atalanta, the Italian outfit is acutely aware of the danger posed by the prolific forward.
Sead Kolasinac, the Bosnian defender for Atalanta, acknowledged Aubameyang’s prowess and emphasized the need for his team to remain vigilant against him.
Reflecting on Aubameyang’s ability to find the back of the net consistently, Kolasinac highlighted the Gabonese striker’s status as a formidable adversary.
Notably, Kolasinac and Aubameyang were former teammates during their time at Arsenal, adding an extra layer of familiarity to their encounter.
Despite Aubameyang’s relative quietness in the first leg against Atalanta, where neither team managed to gain a decisive advantage in the 1-1 draw, Kolasinac emphasized the importance of not underestimating the threat he poses.
As the stage is set for the highly anticipated showdown between Atalanta and Marseille, both teams are poised for a battle to secure their spot in the Europa League final.
With everything still up for grabs, football fans can expect an intense and closely contested encounter as these two formidable sides go head-to-head in pursuit of European glory.
