Hertha BSC's Dardai Dismisses HSV Recovery Time Woe
Hertha BSC's head coach, Pal Dardai, shows no signs of complaining about Hamburger SV's superior recovery time before the DFB Cup round-of-16 clash between the two Berlin-based teams. "I won't cry foul over it," Dardai confidently stated at Monday's press conference in Berlin, ahead of the Wednesday (20:45/Sky) encounter at the Olympiastadion. HSV had played out a 2:2 derby against St. Pauli the previous Friday, while Hertha were still engaged in action against Elversberg on Sunday, winning 5:1.
Dardai admits that the lack of recovery time could present a problem. "There's not enough time to fully recover," he remarked. However, the Hungarian coach remains hopeful about Hertha's chances, adding, "We're a bit fortunate as we're playing at home and sleeping in our own beds."
Captain Toni Leistner's fitness is another topic of discussion leading up to the game. Dardai announced that Leistner will train alongside the team on Tuesday, including a small-sided game, before assessing his readiness to take the field against Hamburg. However, the coach suggests that it would be best to bring Leistner back only when he is fully fit, hinting at potential rotation in the team's defense.
Hertha's squad performance against Elversberg was marked by ineffectiveness in the first half. But Dardai, with his innovative approach, brought about a drastic improvement in the second half. He swapped positions for Marton Dardai (from central defense to a wing), Deyovaisio Zeefuik (center of midfield to defense), and Michal Karbownik (left wing to center midfield). The Hungarian coach remains optimistic about replicating this approach against Hamburger SV, using the same formations that delivered a better performance in the second half.
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Hertha BSC's coach, Pal Dardai, is showing no signs of discontent regarding Hamburger SV's superior recovery time ahead of the DFB Cup round-of-16 match between the two Berlin-based teams. Despite HSV having more time to recover from their derby against St. Pauli, Dardai has already pledged not to cry foul over the situation. The Hungarian coach believes that they have an advantage playing at home, albeit with time constraints to recover from their Sunday victory against Elversberg.
Captain Toni Leistner's availability for the upcoming game is a topic of discussion, as the defender will train with the team on Tuesday, including a small-sided game, to assess his fitness. Dardai suggests delaying Leistner's return to ensure he is fully fit, but a lack of alternatives could require a different approach in the team's defense.
In the previous league game against Elversberg, Hertha struggled in the first half. Dardai remedied the situation by repositioning his players, with Marton Dardai moving to central defense, Deyovaisio Zeefuik to the center of midfield, and Michal Karbownik to the left wing. The changes produced a better performance in the second half.
Enrichment Insights:
- Recent Form and Performance: Hertha's recent form in the 2. Bundesliga has been unimpressive, with three consecutive losses and a standing mid-table.
- Tactical Considerations: Hertha's struggles may push the team to adopt a more defensive approach and utilize their attacking players more effectively.
- Head-to-Head Analysis: Hertha's record against Hamburg has not been positive, with three losses in their last six matches.
- Team Dynamics and Leadership: Pressure to perform well and appeals for unity within the team could encourage a cohesive team effort and strategic play.
