At the end of a long and demanding season, Dijon is hosting the Final Four of the European League this weekend. Clément Alcacer has expressed his ambition for the event after securing third place last year.
Dijon has been given a second chance. After finishing third in the European League last year in Graz, Clément Alcacer’s team will play at home this weekend with a semi-final against Esztergom on Saturday afternoon. Speaking at a press conference, the Dijon coach expressed pride in his team, highlighting the players’ hard work to reach a second consecutive Final Four. He emphasized the sacrifices made and challenges faced to continue their journey despite short holidays and high ambitions.
The journey for the Dijon team began with dramatic preliminary rounds, including a shootout victory against Bera Bera to advance to the group stage. Alcacer described the team’s energy and admirable play throughout the competition, acknowledging the difficulty of reaching the Final Four two seasons in a row. He expressed excitement about playing in front of their supporters, families, and partners, calling it an incredible achievement for the club.
Looking ahead to the final, JDA will face the Hungarian team from Esztergom. Alcacer noted similarities between this opponent and his own team from last year, highlighting the young talented players on both sides. He recognized the importance of concentration and solid defense against a team with multiple scoring threats, acknowledging the pressure but framing it positively as a motivating factor.
