Bundesliga - Coach Lieberknecht sees light - "at least floodlights"
Even after the eighth winless game in a row, SV Darmstadt 98 is practicing patient frustration management. "Endure! Be resilient!" - were the words of coach Torsten Lieberknecht after Saturday's 1-0 defeat to VfL Wolfsburg. Using these words to lift his severely depleted team "is my bread and butter". The Lilies remain bottom of the Bundesliga table with nine points after 15 games.
Lieberknecht said about his personal situation, not without humor: "Tomorrow - I already know that - will be a totally shitty day. But then the day will come when you see the light again - floodlights in Hoffenheim." The promoted team will face TSG 1899 Hoffenheim at the end of the season on Tuesday evening.
After another setback, defender Emir Karic reported Lieberknecht's words in the players' circle on the pitch: "There are two options: We pack our bags and call it a day. Or we carry on," said the Austrian, assuring: "We'll take option two."
Bundesliga table SV Darmstadt 98 squad VfL Wolfsburg squad
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- Despite being at the bottom of the Bundesliga table with just nine points from 15 games, VfL Wolfsburg managed to secure a 1-0 victory over struggling SV Darmstadt 98, adding to the Lilies' frustration.
- Torsten Lieberknecht, the coach of SV Darmstadt 98, acknowledged the tough situation in Lower Saxony, calling for patience and resilience after the defeat to Wolfsburg.
- Lieberknecht himself joked about the challenges he and his team are facing, looking forward to a brighter future when they face TSG 1899 Hoffenheim at the end of the season in Hoffenheim.
- In light of the team's recent struggles, Lieberknecht's words of encouragement and motivation become even more important for SV Darmstadt 98, who are currently tied with Hesse's Eintracht Frankfurt in the relegation battle.
- Despite the lack of positive results, Lieberknecht's "bread and butter" remains his dedication to lifting the spirits of his players, who will need every bit of support to avoid relegation and secure a spot in the Bundesliga for another season.
- Supporters of both clubs will be eagerly anticipating the clash between VfL Wolfsburg and SV Darmstadt 98 in Bundesliga action on a Sunday, with the tension and excitement set to be evident as both teams aim for crucial points.
Source: www.stern.de
