Clarets' Euro hopes rest on Cottagers

07 May 2010 11:44
urnley are still in line for a place in Europe next season providing Fulham win the Europa League.[LNB] Roy Hodgson's side take on Atletico Madrid in Hamburg on Wednesday - a game that has special interest for the Clarets.[LNB]They remain the front-runners to qualify for the competition through the Fair Play League, given the clubs ahead of them are already assured of a place in Europe.[LNB]It would mean an early start at the beginning of July but that is not a problem for manager Brian Laws.[LNB]He said: "We are in a fairly strong position if Fulham win the final. We are not banking on it but will certainly embrace it with open arms.[LNB]"Our preparations will be altered. If that is the case we will gladly change them."[LNB]

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