Osnabrück's Wriedt Anxiously Awaits Kiel Showdown
Kwasi Okyere Wriedt, currently lending his striking prowess to VfL Osnabrück, can hardly contain his excitement ahead of their clash with Holstein Kiel in the 2nd Bundesliga. "I'm absolutely pumped for this one," Wriedt shared with Kieler Nachrichten (Saturdays, 13:00/Sky), his loan from the historic Kiel to Lower Saxony not dampening his fervor.
Wriedt, a product of Hamburg, made the move to Kiel in the winter of 2022, but his tenure was followed by a summer loan to Osnabrück due to mixed performances. His form with the third division top scorer in the 2019/20 season hasn't been spectacular in Osnabrück either, with a scoring drought spanning eight league matches.
However, Wriedt remains adamant about his abilities, proclaiming, "I know what I'm capable of, and I've got the proof. This level is no problem for me, and I'm here to help the team." He views his current dry spell as a phase and a test, expressing hope for a return to form and positive contributions.
The striker's determination is palpable as he urges his team to prepare well for the Kiel encounter. "We can't afford to let Kiel get comfortable; we've got to be ready to run and fight back with everything we've got," said Wriedt.
In addition to his own personal ambitions, Wriedt has been sharing insights about Kiel with his Osnabrück teammates, preparing the squad for the high-stakes 2nd Bundesliga showdown. With a season marked by victories against Borussia Dortmund's II team (1-0) and a promising overall record, Osnabrück enters the match with a formidable presence.
Their matches typically feature over 2.5 goals (83.9%), and a high percentage also includes both teams scoring (61.29%). Facing Kiel, Osnabrück will have to channel their resilience and discipline to turn the tide in their favor, despite not currently brimming with confidence.
Kiel enters the match fresh off a 4-2 win over Borussia Dortmund, demonstrating their ability to exploit errors and employ effective counter-attacks. The fierce rivalry and tactical clashes between the two teams promise an enthralling and high-scoring affair.
As Wriedt prepares to face his former team, his focus remains on turning Osnabrück's stadium into a cauldron of unwavering support and relentless determination. A fiery display of strength and unity is certain to fuel the battle between the two League Two titans, as they battle for supremacy in the Bundesliga's second tier.
