“Hats off”: HSV players celebrate much-criticised Königsdörffer | OneFootball

The first away win of the season was attributed to several names from HSV's perspective. Among them were Daniel Heuer Fernandes and Ransford Königsdörffer.

In the 2-0 victory at the Voith Arena, the previously often unlucky striker repaid coach Merlin Polzin's trust with the crucial 1-0 lead goal. While Königsdörffer himself remained silent after the final whistle, his teammates took the floor and made it unmistakably clear how great the recognition within the team is.

For Königsdörffer, it was already the second emotional moment of this season. After massive criticism, especially on social media, he had already scored in the late 1-1 draw against Borussia Dortmund and reacted with a demonstrative silent celebration. In Heidenheim, the reaction was more subdued, but the message was clear. The striker pointed to the name on his jersey.

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Deputy captain Miro Muheim found clear words after the match: “I am extremely happy for him that it worked out today. I am sure that there will be a few more goals from him in the upcoming games.” The Swiss player explained: “It’s clear for the striker. They want and need to score to gain their confidence.”

Nicolai Remberg was particularly outspoken. The midfielder demonstratively stood up for his teammate. Regarding the sometimes harsh criticism, he said: “I sometimes thought he was a bit down. But not at all. I take my hat off to that. Also in the locker room, on the field, in training.”

This impression was confirmed by the strong goalkeeper Daniel Heuer Fernandes. Königsdörffer is “always good in depth” and scores the goal “very consistently, with his left.” Whether the past weeks had really affected him? “I wasn’t sure about that,” said the keeper.

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