Sporting Madrid will host Inter Milan in the 16th round of the Europa League in the early hours of Thursday morning (14th). Sporting Madrid lost 0-1 in the first leg and will be eager to redeem themselves in this matchup. The team's left wingback Samuel Slave may be the key to turning the tide. The 24-year-old Brazilian star has been so impressive this season that even Inter Milan star Bergomi had to recognize his threat, warning his teammates, "We have to be careful to guard against this 'Demon King of the Left Side'. "
Despite the loss in the first round, Semmel Lianu impressed Bekomé with his performance. He said, "Every time I see Lenu on the field with a breakaway, I feel threatened, he puts great pressure on Damien's defense, so the other defenders have to step up their co-defense." Bergomi, a legendary Italian right back, has played against many left-sided players and his praise for Semmel Lianu is certainly a testament to the star's potential.
Semmelianu joined Sporting Madrid two years ago and spent last season on loan at Valencia, where he appeared in 41 matches and contributed 8 goals. Returning to Sporting Madrid this season, he has continued his high level of performance, scoring 6 goals in 33 games, including 2 goals and 3 assists in 5 games in the UEFA Europa League, including an assist and a goal in the group stage match against Lazio, which helped the team win 2-0. He is expected to be in the spotlight again today against Inter Milan.
