German League - Thioune anticipates potential advancement: "Euphoria is premature"
Düsseldorf's coach, Daniel Thioune, is aiming for a sense of normalcy in anticipation of potential promotion to the Bundesliga. "It's normal to have external excitement. But inside our circle, the euphoria is not appropriate and doesn't accompany us," the coach remarked before Monday's (8:30 pm/Sat.1 and Sky) relegation second leg against VfL Bochum.
With a strong performance in the 3-0 win during the first leg on Thursday, Fortuna Düsseldorf is only steps away from their seventh promotion to the top division. However, Thioune advises against dismissing a struggling opponent. "Bochum will give their all in this game. We're ready for that. I have a lot on my mind these days and my team can adapt swiftly," he added.
Thioune is also counting on the support of the sold-out crowd of 51,000 spectators to fill the stadium with noise. "The boys need the energy from the fans," he said.
Fortuna Düsseldorf SquadVfL Bochum Squad
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- Despite the euphoria in North Rhine-Westphalia about Fortuna Düsseldorf's potential ascent to the Bundesliga, their coach, Daniel Thioune, prefers to maintain a sense of normalcy within their circle.
- In preparation for the relegation second leg against VfL Bochum on Monday, Thioune mentioned that while external excitement is expected, the team should keep their internal emotions in check.
- Despite Bochum's recent struggles, Thioune cautioned his players against underestimating their opponent, emphasizing that Bochum would fight with all their might in the upcoming game.
- Fortuna Düsseldorf came out victorious in the first leg with a 3-0 victory, putting them just one step away from their seventh promotion to the Bundesliga.
- Thioune expressed gratitude for the sold-out crowd of 51,000 spectators in attendance, believing that their energy would be vital in supporting the team during the crucial second leg against Bochum.
- VfL Bochum currently finds themselves in the Bundesliga 2, a division below the Soccer Bundesliga where Fortuna Düsseldorf hopes to return, and a victorious outcome would secure their place in next season's top tier.
- Thioune continued to emphasize the importance of discipline and focus, stating that his team was prepared to adapt quickly to any challenges that may arise in their quest to achieve promotion.
Source: www.stern.de
