“A physical style of play” | OneFootball

Dino Toppmöller reveals what his players need to be prepared for in Wolfsburg and issues updates on Omar Marmoush and Hugo Larsson.

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… Eintracht’s approach against VfL Wolfsburg: “We want to build on our good performance against Hoffenheim. I’m expecting to face a side who can obviously play football, but also play with a very high intensity. That can result in the odd tough tackle. They have a physical style of play, so we need to be ready for that and do the basics right on the pitch. If we’re also able to show our power and quality in attack, we have a good chance of taking home the three points. We need to be prepared for very proactive, aggressive opponents with a very intense approach without the ball.”

… the mood in the camp: “I’m sensing a good energy in the group. There’s a good atmosphere among the players.”

… Omar Marmoush: “Because he has pulled his lateral collateral ligament, we have to wait a little longer with Omar. Tomorrow’s final training session will be the acid test for Saturday.” Mo Dahoud: “Dahoud has worked hard and put in the odd extra shift with the athletics coach. He’s in good physical condition. Mo isn’t an option for the starting XI yet, but he is for the matchday squad.”  … the goalkeeping situation behind Kevin Trapp: “Kaua Santos has made great strides in his development and is slightly ahead of the rest. Jens Grahl did a sensational job last season – he offered us a lot with his composure, charisma and experience.”