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FC Augsburg Prepares for Tough Tests Ahead
FC Augsburg is gearing up for an exciting phase, with their first real test against Oliver Glasner's team on the horizon. This encounter marks a significant milestone as it will be the team's first challenge without a class difference, making it their first truly interesting benchmark.
Ahead of this challenge, the new sporting director, Benjamin Weber, has introduced himself. Meanwhile, Sandro Wagner, the coach of FC Augsburg, was not entirely satisfied with the team's performance against RW Essen, but was pleased with the players' willingness and enthusiasm.
The team is currently participating in a training camp in Kollerschlag, Austria, where they are fine-tuning their processes. They are focusing on various aspects such as team dynamics, transition phases, and familiarising new player Chrislain Matsima with the new playing philosophy.
Next Friday, FC Augsburg will face a double test against Premier League club Crystal Palace at 4 pm and 6 pm. After the Crystal Palace matches, they will square off against a team coached by Oliver Glasner.
In their recent friendly matches against Crystal Palace, Augsburg showcased some resilience. Despite losing the first match 1-3, they managed to score a late penalty. In the second match, they won 1-0 with a youthful side, suggesting tactical adjustments after a heavier defeat in the first game.
Details of player performance such as the quick moves and pace from Crystal Palace further imply Augsburg had to handle high-tempo play, which may have influenced tactical changes under Wagner. However, the three goals conceded in the first match highlight defensive vulnerabilities against a stronger opponent.
Phillip Tietz, a team member, praised Sandro Wagner's coaching style as mentally demanding but positive. Tietz expressed gratitude for training under Wagner.
In a previous test match against RW Essen, FC Augsburg started with a high defensive line and used intense pressing, but saw similar patterns to those of Bayern Munich when ball losses occurred.
As we await the upcoming matches, the exact performance of FC Augsburg against Crystal Palace next Friday is yet to be determined. A deeper evaluation would require direct quotes or expert commentary, which are not present in the available sources.
FC Augsburg will face a challenging test in the European leagues as they prepare to play Premier League club Crystal Palace next Friday in two matches at 4 pm and 6 pm. Despite their recent friendly losses against Crystal Palace, Augsburg exhibited resilience, displaying some tactical adjustments under coach Sandro Wagner, although their defensive vulnerabilities against stronger opponents remain a concern.
