HSV chief Kuntz: "Toughest Bundesliga season to stay up" | OneFootball

HSV is currently in 13th place, which they could be quite content with at the end of the season. However, Stefan Kuntz anticipates a tough relegation battle until the end.

In the Wednesday edition of Sport Bild, he said: “I believe it will be the toughest Bundesliga season to stay in,” since I’ve been involved. The since 1983 in various roles in professional football working Kuntz explained his thesis: “Because the 1st League – regarding the relegation battle – is incredibly balanced. In the end, very small nuances will be decisive.”

With 1. FC Heidenheim, there was only a classic underdog before the season started. Additionally, Hamburger SV was considered a relegation candidate after a major upheaval and weak preparation. However, both teams have demonstrated their competitiveness in recent matches. So far, only Borussia Mönchengladbach is still waiting for their first victory.

Kuntz is convinced by the HSV squad

In comparison: Two years ago, five teams remained winless in the first five matches. In the previous season, VfL Bochum and Holstein Kiel, the two later relegated teams, were already at the bottom of the table with just one point. HSV moved up to 13th place after four points against Heidenheim (2:1) and Union Berlin (0:0). More could have been possible at the Stadion An der Alten Försterei. Especially in the first half, the Hanseatics had more possession.

Accordingly, some players were frustrated with the draw, which Kuntz liked: “I liked that we were more annoyed about not getting three points in Berlin than thinking: It was sensational to take a point home.” The 62-year-old sees this as a result of the squad planning: “We consciously paid attention to character when signing players, ensuring the guys bring this winner mentality.”

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He highlighted Luka Vuskovic, Nicolai Remberg, and Fábio Vieira, who all impressed in their own way in the past two matches. Overall, the HSV, strengthened with a dozen new signings, has “a great mix in the team.” Kuntz also praised the squad depth: “At the moment, when we make changes, we don’t lose quality in our game.” However, with Vieira and Warmed Omari out, two key figures from recent weeks are missing. Compensating for their absence will be the next big challenge for the coaching staff and team in the home game against Mainz.

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