Home game against HSV: Demirovic relishes special clash | OneFootball

Backed by loud applause, the team completed a public training session in front of packed stands. For head coach Sebastian Hoeneß, the session provided the perfect stage to prepare the squad for the upcoming challenge: Hamburger SV will visit Stuttgart on Sunday.

For VfB striker Ermedin Demirovic, this match is far more than just an ordinary league game. The 28-year-old was born in Hamburg and spent his entire youth career in HSV’s academy. After only being able to watch the bitter 2-1 defeat in the reverse fixture from the stands due to injury, he is now eager to make his appearance.

"It will be the first time I can play against HSV in the Bundesliga," Demirovic told the club’s media. "We will try to make sure the game goes our way this time — even though I naturally have a soft spot for HSV because of my past, the only thing that matters is delivering a successful performance with VfB."

The squad situation ahead of the clash with the Hanseatic side could hardly be any better. Sebastian Hoeneß currently has almost his entire squad fit and available, giving him plenty of options. This internal competition is providing the team with an extra boost. Demirovic struck a combative tone ahead of the match and is counting on home advantage: "A lot is at stake for us, and we know what we are capable of. With our fans behind us, we want to keep the next Bundesliga points in Stuttgart."

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