Intro:

Bayer Leverkusen prepare to face Zenit Saint Petersburg in Group C of the Champions League.

Script:

SOUNDBITE: (German) Roger Schmidt, Bayer 04 Leverkusen coach:

"We do of course know that Zenit Saint Petersburg are a very good team who have proven this both in the Russian Premier League and in the Champions League. I have also seen them often last year and they have developed further. Also, with regard to unity and mentality, they are very impressive. So considering all this, it is a big task for us. We must deliver a top performance, quite similar to our last Champions League match when we defeated Benfica. If we do this, then I think we'll create chances to win the game."

SOUNDBITE: (German) Roger Schmidt, Bayer 04 Leverkusen coach:

"When you're playing many games, you of course have momentum. But these matches are also stressful at the same time. And when you have a longer break, you are relaxed. So, playing twice a week can be an advantage or a disadvantage. I don't think this will be decisive in the game tomorrow. We must just try and bring our game to the pitch against Zenit. We must be careful in the moments when Zenit wins the ball because they are extremely strong in switching the play and in counter-attacks. Zenit have very good attacking players, which will be key. It does not necessarily play a role if either side is rested or not."