Skip the holiday rush, says Fürth coach Zorniger: Get back in the groove post-break
Alexander Zorniger, head coach of 2. Bundesliga club SpVgg Greuther Fürth, offers his thoughts on the period leading up to Christmas. "Don't just tick it off before Christmas," he warns, emphasizing the importance of ramping up efforts rather than taking a leisurely approach leading up to the holiday season.
Following the international break, Zorniger and his team face their next opponents at home – SV Wehen Wiesbaden on December 4th (1:30 p.m.). Zorniger admires Wiesbaden's coach, Markus Kauczinski, acknowledging Kauczinski as one of the few naturally unassuming coaches in second-division football, having led Wiesbaden successfully from the third division so far.
The newly-promoted team has impressed with their distinctly unpretentious playing style and impressive tackle count. They hold the best defensive values in the opposition's own defensive third, according to Zorniger, without indulging in overly aggressive tactics that could earn unnecessary fouls. Their cohesive approach to the game helps secure points consistently.
After securing 21 points already, Greuther Fürth aims to build upon their points advantage and challenge for positions higher up the 2. Bundesliga table, even in away games.
Coach Zorniger praises Fortuna Düsseldorf's unpretentious playing style and strong defense in their own third, acknowledging that both teams have collected impressive point totals recently.
Using statistics to analyze and prepare for matches is a common practice in the club, allowing them to gauge the team's performance and make strategic decisions while maintaining a stable defensive record and winning crucial matches.
The management's focus on cohesion, balanced leadership, and team dynamics facilitates the consistent performance required to remain competitive in a demanding league like the 2. Bundesliga. So what's Zorniger's game plan to exploit home advantage and sustain their success in the league? Who knows – perhaps a little cocktail of humility, hard work, and discipline would make for the perfect mix this season.
