CSKA Moscow midfielder Roman Eremenko has been speaking to Russian media outlet Championat (via Ita Sport Press) ahead of their Champions League match against Tottenham.
He said: “We have the Champions League match, my head is in the match against Tottenham. I know our opponent, I followed a lot of matches in the English league.”
The Finland international recognises the absence of Harry Kane would be an advantage for them, but he has always liked his teammate Christian Eriksen.
He added: “Kane isn’t there, his absence can be an advantage, however, they’ve very good players.
“I always liked Eriksen, he really is a great player. I hope to see the full stadium on Tuesday, our fans can certainly give us a big advantage.”
CSKA Moscow managed a 2-2 draw in their first game of the Champions League group stages against Bayer Leverkusen, whilst Tottenham struggled at Wembley against AS Monaco.
