FC Augsburg in a Tight Spot with Ill Right-Back Gumny
In a twist of unfortunate events, FC Augsburg is dealing with the ill right-back Robert Gumny ahead of their Bundesliga home game against Eintracht Frankfurt on Sunday (19:30/DAZN). Fellow teammate Irvin Cardona has also caught the bug, leaving Coah Jess Thorup in a tricky situation. Despite this, the team remains unbeaten in five Bundesliga games under Thorup, though they've only managed three draws in recent matches.
Eintracht has not suffered a single loss against FrCA in their last seven Bundesliga encounters.
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As Thorup looks forward to the final training session before the game against Eintracht, he expressed optimism that Gumny might recover. Certainly, we all hope so. The initial replacement for Gumny is expected to be Swiss Kevin Mbabu.
The Importance of Gumny
Gumny's absence could be a significant blow to Augsburg's defense, given his impressive performance in previous Bundesliga matches. His contribution to the team is invaluable, and his absence could weaken their defensive line.
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In the event that Gumny fails to recover, FC Augsburg has several alternative strategies and players to consider. For instance, Kristijan Jakić, primarily a midfielder, could be shifted to the right-back position if necessary. Josip Stanisic, another right-back, and Aleksandar Pavlovic, a potential full-back, could also step in.
The team could also consider moving Leon Goretzka to midfield and pairing him with another player to maintain defensive stability. If Kimmich is shifted to right-back, the team might opt for a more defensive strategy, focusing on counter-attacks and set pieces.
Substitutions could also play a crucial role in the game. FC Augsburg might consider bringing in a fresh right-back or an experienced defender like Keven Schlotterbeck to bolster their defense if needed.
By strategizing and having backup plans, FC Augsburg hopes to limit the impact of Gumny's illness and maintain a strong performance against Eintracht Frankfurt.
