SPARTA PRAGUE captain Tomas Repka is disappointed not to be facing Fernando Torres in tonight’s Europa League last-32 first leg tie.
The former West Ham defender never beat Liverpool during his spell in the Premier League.
Since the draw was made in December Repka had been gearing up for a head-to-head battle with the Spain international - only to have those hopes dashed by his £50million transfer to Chelsea.
“Our young players won’t be overawed,” he said. “Although there is some respect for the opposition – which they have earned – I don’t think there is too much time for much humility or being scared.
“I was looking forward to a confrontation with Torres but it will be okay. I hope to improve my record against Liverpool.”
