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VfB head coach Sebastian Hoeneß is without two players for the home meeting with Borussia Dortmund. “Luca Pfeiffer won’t be available because of an infection. Both he and Niko Nartey haven’t been able to fully train yet – Niko is still in individual training,” revealed Hoeneß, who confirmed everyone else is available.
Situation in perspective
On the back of two away wins, VfB “face a difficult match” back at home on Saturday. “We’ve won two games and we’re pleased, but now it’s straight back to it: focus, work clearly and carry the momentum forward to upset Dortmund. We have no time to lose and have to pick up every point that we can,” said the 40-year-old.
Good balance in team and play
The mood in the camp is good, although nobody is taking their eyes off the ball. “I see the boys as very balanced. We’re happy about the change in mood, but remain alert and focused,” said the VfB boss, who added with a view to the visitors on Saturday: “It’s about finding the balance in play – a mix of being brave, getting into positions quickly and actively winning the ball, but also with some periods of calm.”
Special support
Hoeneß will take charge of his first VfB home match in front of around 48,000 spectators on Saturday afternoon. “We’ve taken the right step in the last two games together with the fans. The support was amazing. We want to keep putting everything into winning matches, and then we’ll have the fans on our side.”
