Serbian Media Praise Nair Tiknizyan’s Performance Against Lille

On February 19, Red Star Belgrade defeated Lille OSC 1–0 away in the first leg of the UEFA Europa League Round of 32. Armenia international Nair Tiknizyan played a key role, operating as a left wing-back.

Serbian outlets highlighted his tactical maturity, ability to break lines, move centrally, and apply effective pressing. They also noted clear progress in his defensive discipline.

Media Ratings

• Sportarena.rs – 7/10

• Sportklub.n1info.rs – 8/10

Journalists emphasized that Tiknizyan can fully maximize his qualities in a 3-4-2-1 system.

Match Stats

• Minutes played: 77

• Key passes: 2

• Expected assists (xA): 0.63

• Accurate passes: 15 (71%)

• Duels won: 6/7

• SofaScore rating: 7.5

Red Star will face Partizan in the Eternal Derby on February 22, before hosting Lille in the return leg on February 26.