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Saturday 6 December, 2008 |
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Bordeaux tactician Laurent Blanc knows the real danger when his side visit Roma on Tuesday. “Francesco Totti is their Colosseum.”
A point against the French club will be enough to ensure the Giallorossi qualify for the second round of the Champions League, but a win would see them top the group.
“We are going to the Olimpico to try to continue our Champions League journey,” noted Bordeaux boss Blanc.
“However, we will not just attack them all-out, as that would be suicidal. We are aware that Roma are now back to their usual standards.”
Bordeaux also have the ability to qualify, but only with a victory in Rome. The last time these teams met resulted in a 3-1 Italian win in France, with Julio Baptista bagging a brace.
Nonetheless, Blanc does not see the Brazilian as the main danger at the Stadio Olimpico.
“With Totti on the field, he brings something special to Roma. He is not just a great player, but also their Colosseum.”
It is reported Bordeaux will again leave Argentine talent Fernando Cavenaghi on the bench for the final group game.
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