'When I think of Martinez, Thuram' - Athekame admits Young Boys will face quality Inter Milan team

As Young Boys prepare to face Inter Milan in a pivotal UEFA Champions League match, Zachary Athekame, a promising central defender of Nigerian descent, has acknowledged the formidable challenge posed by a quality team led by stars Lautaro Martinez and Marcus Thuram.

After a standout loan spell at Neuchâtel Xamax, the 19-year-old has been given the opportunity to showcase his talent in the first team, despite Young Boys struggling to find their rhythm this season.

With Wednesday night's clash on the horizon, Athekame is set to play a crucial role in the defense against Inter Milan's dynamic attacking duo.

Martinez and Thuram have been in sensational form this season, and Athekame understands the weight of the task ahead.

"As we are facing a big team with big names - when I think of Lautaro Martinez or Marcus Thuram in attack, I know that we will have to face an enormous amount of quality," he was quoted as saying by fcinternews.

Despite the daunting matchup, Athekame exudes optimism regarding his team's prospects.

"Having said that, we will have ambition, we want to fight hard. When I step onto a football pitch, I always do so with the intention of winning," he asserted.

Young Boys will be eager to make a statement in the Champions League following two disappointing defeats against Barcelona and Bayern Munich in their opening two games.

With the courage and determination of players like Athekame, the team is poised to give their all and leave a mark on the European stage.

Adeyemi Adewale 

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