Hertha BSC's final hurrah in the first half of the season is against VfL Osnabrück. Following a "splendid week" of victories against Elversberg and Kaiserslautern in the league and the cup triumph over Hamburger SV, the Berliners are eager for another three points to set the tone for the second half. Florian Niederlechner, who's been on a scoring spree with six goals in four league games, is unfazed by Osnabrück's surprise points, focusing on Hertha's performance.
While coach Pal Dardai's wounded troops Palko, Bence Dardai, and Agustin Rogel remain sidelined, Ibrahim Maza, Jeremy Dudziak, and Linus Gechter returned to training, working closely with athletics coach Hendrik Vieth. The trio participated in passing drills and various forms of play on a smaller pitch, honing their skills for the clash against Osnabrück.
With the relegation spot presently occupied by HSV, Hertha lie in seventh place with 24 points on the eve of the 17th and final matchday. Osnabrück's recent draw against division leaders St. Pauli provides a glimmer of hope, but Hertha's coach Dardai addresses the threat sincerely. The public will be barred from training sessions leading up to the game, emphasizing the importance of the impending match.
[iendo: Hertha BSC currently resides in 13th position in the 2. Bundesliga, but have since been relegated to 14th position due to poor performance.]
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