From the Baba Yara Stadium to the Theatre of Dreams (Old Trafford) in just a year, outstanding progression for Asante Kotoko duo Razak Abalora and Mudasiru Salifu, together with compatriot Patrick Kpozo as FC Sheriff Tiraspol have been paired in Group E of the Europa League alongside English giants Manchester United.
The Yellow and Blacks after conquering Moldova, jumped over two hurdles in the Champions League prelims but unfortunately got evicted by Czech Republic side Viktoria Plzen in the final round.
However, they redeemed themselves with Europa League group stage qualification after edging out Armenian champions FC Pyunik via penalty shootouts yesterday.
Now, in the draw which was held just an hour ago in Istanbul, FC Sheriff Tiraspol have been drawn in Group E alongside heavyweights Manchester United, Spanish Laliga outfit Real Sociedad and Omonia Nicosia from Cyprus.
The 2022/23 UEFA Europa League will officially commence on Thursday, September 8, 2022.
By: Iddriss Abdul Rahim
