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McInnes on team news, Tromso style & embracing Europe
Kilmarnock boss Derek McInnes has been speaking to the media before Thursday’s Conference League third qualifying round first-leg meeting with Tromso.
Here are the key points:
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McInnes has told his players to “embrace” the rare and exciting opportunity to play in Europe and to put in “two really strong performances” to reach the coveted play-offs.
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He adds: “We believe can get through it and I’m sure Tromso will be thinking the same.”
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On Tromso, the manager says they are a “good side” who have the “advantage” of being midway through their league season.
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The opposition have “picked up in recent weeks” and remain “very capable” despite league form slump.
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Tromso are a “transitional team” who are less direct than “polar opposite” Cercle Bruges.
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McInnes confirms Joe Wright and Robbie Deas return to the squad. Corrie Ndaba, Kyle Magennis and Marley Watkins are out injured.