The New Saints face Fiorentina in Europa Conference League clash
- Connor Roberts, goalkeeper for The New Saints, is set to play against David de Gea in a Europa Conference League match in Florence, Italy.
- Roberts, a lifelong Manchester United fan, sees this match as a dream opportunity, especially with De Gea's recent return to football.
- The New Saints have played eight European matches this season, and Roberts hopes to demonstrate their strength against Fiorentina.
In Florence, Italy, The New Saints' goalkeeper Connor Roberts is set to face David de Gea in a Europa Conference League match against Fiorentina. Roberts, a lifelong Manchester United fan, expressed his excitement about the opportunity to play against one of the Premier League's best goalkeepers. De Gea recently returned to football after a year-long absence, signing with Fiorentina. Roberts, who has had a challenging career trajectory, hopes to make a strong impression in this high-stakes match. The New Saints have been performing well in European competitions, having played eight matches this season, and Roberts acknowledges that facing a team like Fiorentina presents a significant challenge. He aims to maintain the team's solid performance and hopes to leave a lasting impression, both on the pitch and by possibly getting De Gea's shirt after the game.