- Paderborn facing a headwind in the upper-tier championship match
Top-tier SC Paderborn head into their Bundesliga 2 showdown against second-spotters Greuther Fürth with a boosted morale. "It's quite a blast right now. We're stronger than last season and aim to preserve our position at the peak," stated captain Raphael Obermair, anticipating the clash this Saturday (13:00 CET/Sky) in Franconia. Following victories over Hertha BSC (2:1) and SV Darmstadt 98 (3:1), Paderborn is the sole Bundesliga 2 team with a six-point tally.
Besides long-term missed player Mattes Hansen, the East Westphalians can rely on their full squad. "I predict a thrilling, goal-packed match. Our aim is to squeeze Fürth out and be there when it matters," commented coach Lukas Kwasniok. The game's intensity is clear from Fürth's recent history against Paderborn. Greuther Fürth has suffered defeat just twice in the previous 18 encounters with Paderborn, scoring victory 11 times and drawing the rest 5 times.
Despite their impressive record against Paderborn, Greuther Fürth must be wary of Top-tier SC Paderborn's current form. Germany's Bundesliga 2 leaders have shown strength this season, with victories against Hertha BSC and SV Darmstadt 98, securing a six-point lead.
