F.C. Copenhagen secured a spot in the fourth round of the Danish Cup with a convincing 2-0 victory against Lyngby on Wednesday night. The match showcased not only the team’s strong performance but also marked a significant milestone for one of their newest players.
Junnosuke Suzuki’s Historic Debut
Head coach Jacob Neestrup gave a first-team debut to 22-year-old Japanese centre-back Junnosuke Suzuki, who started at Lyngby Stadion alongside Pantelis Hatzidiakos and Gabriel Pereira. Suzuki delivered a composed display, showcasing a compact defensive line and effective communication across the back. After the match, he expressed feeling some nerves before kickoff but was proud to contribute, pleased to be fit again, and satisfied to log valuable minutes on the pitch.
This appearance made Suzuki the first Asian player to represent F.C. Copenhagen in an official match, marking a historic moment for both the player and the club. Since arriving in the Danish capital, Suzuki has diligently worked back from injury and has recently shown impressive form in training. He conveyed his happiness about being at a major club and his eagerness to build on his promising start.
Team captain Viktor Claesson praised Suzuki’s debut, calling it one of the standout performances of the match. He encouraged the young defender to continue his progress and develop his skills further, highlighting the positive atmosphere within the team as they look to build on their success.
F.C. Copenhagen’s next challenge comes as they visit Sønderjyske in the Superliga on Saturday in Haderslev. Following this match, the team will prepare for an important Champions League meeting with Qarabag FK in Azerbaijan on Monday. With Suzuki’s debut behind him and more matches on the horizon, the team is poised for an exciting chapter ahead.