Jean-Philippe Mendy is about to make his Champions League debut with Maribor, a club he’s been with since 2013 and where he has already scored 15 goals in 34 league matches. At 27, he’s excited to face tough opponents like Chelsea, Schalke 04, and Sporting Portugal in the group stage.
Mendy sees the draw positively: although he joked about wanting PSG in his group, he’s thrilled to play at Stamford Bridge, calling it a “huge” experience with a legendary atmosphere. But Maribor isn’t just there to participate — Mendy believes they have the experience and ambition to challenge the big teams and aim to progress in the competition.
He also expressed his happiness at Maribor, praising the club, teammates, staff, and fans for supporting his growth. For Mendy, playing in the Champions League is a dream come true, and he’s already eager to hear the iconic Champions League anthem live on the pitch.
