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Numerous goals conceded, KSC coach aims to strengthen the defense.

In the upcoming match versus Hertha BSC, second-division team Karlsruhe SC aims to display superior defensive skills and potentially secure a victory, contrasting their previous game versus Münster where they needed three goals to claim victory.

Reinforce defensive stability sought by KSC coach due to excessive goal concessions.
Reinforce defensive stability sought by KSC coach due to excessive goal concessions.

Numerous goals conceded, KSC coach aims to strengthen the defense.

Karlsruher SC Adopts Defensive Strategy Ahead of Hertha BSC Clash

The upcoming match between Karlsruher SC and Hertha BSC, scheduled for Sunday at 13:30 CET and to be broadcast on Sky, will see a strategic shift in approach from coach Christian Eichner. With the focus on maintaining defensive solidity, Eichner has opted for a 3-3-2-2 formation.

This tactical setup is designed to provide stability at the back, control the midfield, and reduce the space available to Hertha's attackers. The three center-backs—Franke, Kobald, and Rapp—will form a sturdy defensive line, supported by a midfield trio of Herold, Müller, and Jung. This trio will work together to shield the defense and disrupt Hertha's build-up play.

The compact defensive block will be bolstered by wingbacks or wide midfielders, who will provide coverage on the flanks. Two attacking midfielders and two forwards will complete the formation, ensuring that Karlsruher SC can still mount counter-attacks while maintaining a solid defensive shape.

Eichner's emphasis on resilience and tactical discipline is evident in this strategy. The coach's focus is on limiting mistakes when under pressure and maintaining a tight defensive shape, as demonstrated by the recent goalless draw against Hertha BSC.

Niclas Dühring will be missing from the KSC squad due to a muscle fiber tear in his thigh, but Dženis Burnić is fully available for selection in midfield. Lilian Egloff has shown a "stable and structured performance" in central midfield, according to Eichner, and is expected to play a crucial role in the upcoming match.

Despite the competitive nature of the 2nd Bundesliga, with 30 goals scored in nine games on the first matchday alone, Eichner prefers a 1:0 win over a high-scoring 3:2. The coach sees Hertha BSC as a "very, very tough opponent" and believes that maintaining a low number of goals conceded is crucial for success in the league.

The match will be played at the Olympiastadion in Berlin. With Eichner's strategic approach and a well-organized squad, the stage is set for an intriguing contest between these two teams.

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Despite adopting a defensive strategy, Karlsruher SC's coach Christian Eichner aims to demonstrate that sports tactics extend beyond just offense, with a 3-3-2-2 formation targeted against Hertha BSC. The upcoming football match promises to be a battle of resilience and tactical discipline as both teams vie for supremacy in the 2nd Bundesliga.

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