Hamburger SV Narrowly Advances in DFB-Pokal, Sets Sights on Bundesliga
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After a thrilling victory in the DFB-Pokals against fifth-tier side FK Pirmasens, Hamburger SV is back in the spotlight, ready to make a strong comeback in the Bundesliga following a six-year absence.
Coach Merlin Polzin expressed a positive outlook after the match, despite facing criticism on social media. He highlighted the team's unity and resilience, stating that they stuck together and believed in themselves until the end, a significant strength that was evident in their performance in set pieces.
The focus is now on the upcoming Bundesliga season, with Polzin expressing his team's eagerness to get started. The first challenge awaits them against Borussia Mönchengladbach before the season opener.
Ahead of the match, Polzin discussed player availability, noting that Jean-Luc Dompe, Yussuf Poulsen, Bakery Jatta, and Manu Pherai were unavailable. He emphasized that the team was prepared and motivated after an instructive preseason.
Polzin confirmed Daniel Heuer Fernandes as the first-choice goalkeeper for the new season, with Daniel Peretz providing competition. He demands maximum performance from his team, reflecting his ambitious approach to the season.
The match against FK Pirmasens was not without its challenges. Hamburger SV struggled during the game, falling behind in the 53rd minute. However, Guilherme Ramos equalized in the 90+2nd minute, and Ransford-Yeboah Königsdörffer scored the winning goal in the 100th minute, securing a 2:1 victory for the team in extra time.
Despite the difficulties faced during test matches, Polzin remains optimistic, viewing them as an investment in the future. The team has lost all six of its test matches, scoring only two goals and conceding 14. However, the coach's praise for the amateurs from Pirmasens indicates a positive attitude towards the team's performance.
Miro Muheim remains optimistic about Hamburger SV's upcoming match against Borussia Mönchengladbach. As the team gears up for the new season, Polzin's comments reflect a coach focused on team cohesion and performance, with a clear strategy for success.
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The team, hailing from Germany, will look to apply their resilience and unity, showcased in the DFB-Pokal, to the upcoming Bundesliga season, where they will face opposition like Borussia Mönchengladbach. Despite their challenges in test matches against teams like FK Pirmasens (a side from France or perhaps a mistype, given the context), Polzin has expressed optimism and confidence in the team's performance.
