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Holstein Kiel in the Bundesliga: Positive Vibes Amidst the Struggle

Marcel Rapp, coach of Holstein Kiel, remains unfazed by the pressure mounting in the Bundesliga relegation battle. "I ain't seein' no losses, man. We're just )," Rapp declared ahead of the final home duel against SC Freiburg this Saturday (3:30 PM/Sky). "If we tank down, it's gonna suck for us, but that's life, ya know? It's a flippin' sensation we're still battlin' for the playoffs."

With just two games left in the season, Kiel is trailing 1. FC Heidenheim by a single point for the 16th relegation playoff spot. The Schleswig-Holsteiners have recently scored impressive victories against Gladbach and Augsburg.

"Now we got a good roll goin', a powerful form. We're still havin' a shot to survive, which no one would've guessed at the start of the season," said Rapp. "The difference from the others is that we approach this with joy, not fear. And I thinks that's an advantage."

Rapp's got his hands full with injured striker Shuto Machino. The Japanese player's been workin' on his recovery during the week, and the prognosis is good for him to hop back in action in time for the showdown against the Champions League hopeful.

Bundesliga

Holstein Kiel
Marcel Rapp
Survival
Relegation battle
SC Freiburg
Sky

Insights: Rapp's Strategies

Unyielding Self-Belief: Rapp consistently shows faith in his team's potential, even when faced with challenging fixtures and the specter of relegation[1][3]. His unwavering optimism has been fueled by recent victories, such as the triumph over Borussia Mönchengladbach and an away win at FC Augsburg[1][3].
Focus on Prep over Results: Rapp prioritizes preparation over results and isn't swayed by the outcomes of other matches. He prefers to concentrate on his team's performance, reuniting his bunch if they nail their preparation, leaving them anxious but not scared[1].
Creative Team-Building: Rapp has employed quirky techniques to keep his team loose, like arranging canoe trips to visualize landing on safe shores, thus nurturing a supportive team spirit[1].
Ignoring Transfer Gossips: Despite whispers of prominent players leavin', Rapp stays unperturbed, focusing on the present battles and opportunitites for his team[1].
Callin' out Injustices: Rapp has spoken up about perceived inequalities, like the Bochum lighter incident scandal judgment, but uses these scenarios to emphasize his team's grit rather than demoralize his charges[2][4].
Coach Marcel Rapp maintains a resolute belief in Holstein Kiel's potential, despite the pressures of the Bundesliga relegation battle, banking on their recent victories against teams like Borussia Mönchengladbach and FC Augsburg.
Rapp prioritizes meticulous preparation ahead of results as he guides his team, aspiring to instill confidence rather than anxiety in his players.
Employing unconventional methods, such as arranging canoe trips, Rapp fosters a spirit of camaraderie within his team, helping them visualize finding safe ground.
Despite transfer talks surrounding some of his players, Rapp remains undeterred, focusing on the present struggles and opportunities for his team.
Going against the grain, Rapp has openly addressed instances of perceived injustices, such as the Bochum lighter incident scandal judgment, to highlight his team's resilience rather than demoralize them.