FC Midtjylland are ready to embark on their European adventure as they face Besiktas in the Europa League qualifier on Thursday evening. The team enters the match in good form following a 4-1 victory over OB in their final pre-season friendly. Midfielder Philip Billing is looking forward to experiencing the Turkish atmosphere and facing a team with 'fantastic players'.
What does Philip Billing say about the match?
Philip Billing, one of FC Midtjylland's key players, is excited to start the European journey. He has never played in Turkey or faced a Turkish team before, but has heard about the wild atmosphere at Besiktas' stadium. 'I think it will be an exciting match. They have some fantastic players, but we have also shown that we can compete at that level,' Billing told FCM's website.
How is FC Midtjylland's form looking?
FC Midtjylland enter the match in solid form. The team has won 16 matches, drawn 12, and lost 4 in the Superliga this season. With 60 points, they are in second place, seven points behind Aarhus. In their last match, they defeated OB 4-1 in their final pre-season friendly. Besiktas will be a tough opponent, but FC Midtjylland have shown they can compete at the European level after reaching the Europa League round of 16 last season.
What is FC Midtjylland's next match?
After the match against Besiktas, FC Midtjylland will return to the Superliga where they will face Sønderjyske away on July 26. Sønderjyske are in sixth place in the Superliga with 45 points. FC Midtjylland will hope to continue their good form and take points home from the upcoming away match.
