Baku marks the fifth anniversary of a significant event. - Xhaka secures a second opportunity in the decisive match.
"In my second final of Europa League, I suffered a defeat - that was against Chelsea in Baku in 2019," says the Swiss European Championship captain, referring to his previous experience. "Now, I find myself in the final once again, this time with Leverkusen playing against Atalanta Bergamo."
Xhaka's thoughts on second chances: "Life presents us with opportunities, and when you're given a second chance, you need to seize it with both hands."
Xhaka's ambition for Leverkusen
As the midfield anchor, Xhaka shares his expectations for the upcoming game: "We're going into this match ready to lose, with a desire to win. That's how finals work - we're here to claim the trophy for Leverkusen."
Assessing the teams: "I don't believe there are any underdogs in a final. Atalanta have proven their worth after knocking out Liverpool and Marseille. They deserve to be here. However, we're well aware of our capabilities. It all comes down to our performance on the night."
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Source: symclub.org
