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Freiburg's Home Streak Faces Celta Vigo's European Test
9 Apr
Summary
- Freiburg has won its last nine home UEFA Europa League matches.
- Celta Vigo has progressed from only 25% of previous European quarter-finals.
- Vincenzo Grifo leads Freiburg's European scoring with nine goals.
Freiburg is set to compete in its first-ever major European quarter-final, carrying a formidable record of nine consecutive home victories in the UEFA Europa League. This impressive streak places them in select company alongside clubs like Ajax and Borussia Dortmund. Celta Vigo, meanwhile, has a more mixed history in European quarter-finals, having advanced from only one of their four previous ties.
The Spanish side has a limited record against German opponents in major European competitions, with just one win in six encounters. Freiburg's recent home form is a significant factor, contrasting with Celta Vigo's performance trends in the Europa League this season. Notably, Freiburg's Vincenzo Grifo is their all-time leading scorer in major European competitions, underscoring his importance to the team's attack.
