Castro returns to scoring for Brann
Niklas Castro scored for Brann against Universitatea Cluj after a long injury period. He has considered quitting football due to pain, but is happy to be back on the pitch again.
Castro on pain and injury struggles
– It's been a hell of a ride with many months without football and many months with pain. It's been a challenge, so to be able to stand here today and play ... It's important not to take things for granted in life, says Castro.
Brann coach Eirik Horneland happy for Castro's return
Castro's return has also brought excitement among the other players in the Brann squad. – It's very nice. He's been longing to come back. He comes back today and always comes back with a smile, so it was great to see, says Brann coach Eirik Horneland.
Castro feels good now
Castro says he feels good now, but takes it one day at a time. – I'm glad I can stand on my feet, he says. His next opportunity to do so is against Start in Eliteserien.
Brann's current position
Brann is currently 6th in Eliteserien with 19 points after 14 games, with a goal difference of +6. The team is 12 points behind Tromsø in the top of the table. The last game ended with a 2-1 win against Start.
Dino Islamović is still sidelined
Dino Islamović is still sidelined for Brann after a injury. The team has several games left before they meet Start in their next match.
Castro is happy to be back
– I'm just happy I can still play. It's been a challenge with many months without football and many months with pain. It's been a hell of a ride, so to be able to stand here today and play ... It's important not to take things for granted in life, says Castro.
Brann's next match
Brann's next match is against Start in Eliteserien. The team is currently 16th in the table after 14 games.
