Roberto De Zerbi surprised everyone by starting 17-year-old Darryl Bakola in midfield. The young player stepped up and showcased his skills, culminating in a crucial assist for Aubameyang, which led to Marseille’s equalizer against Newcastle. After the match, the scorer praised Bakola during an interview with Canal+.
“It’s a mix of youth and experience, that’s the strength of this team. I’ll let him share his nickname,” chuckled the Gabonese striker. And what’s that nickname? “Mesut Özil,” joked the midfielder. “It resonated well, and we’re happy. (…) It’s incredible; I can’t find the words to describe how amazing it is in this stadium. They’re always with me, always supporting everyone.” Bakola will surely remember his first starting match in the Champions League.
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