"That's our strength": Poulsen explains HSV's resurgence! | OneFootball

HSV has arrived in the Bundesliga. This realization is reflected in the latest results at the latest.

After a shaky start to the season, the promoted team remained unbeaten in the last six games and collected ten points during this period. Before the duel with his former club RB Leipzig, captain Yussuf Poulsen took stock for the first time and explained why HSV suddenly seems stable.

"If you have 26 points on your account after 22 matchdays as a promoted team, you have done very well up to that point," Poulsen made clear in the Bild interview. The feeling within the team is particularly important: "We are not just here because we had a bit of luck. But because we are doing things well." Self-criticism is still part of it. Sometimes the team is even annoyed "that there aren't a few more points."

According to Poulsen, the key to the upswing lies mainly in the mind. "The development steps we have made after the winter break are huge," said the 31-year-old, attributing this to a changed mindset. Many players have understood what it takes to assert themselves permanently in the Bundesliga. "If we deliver that every week, we rightly play in the Bundesliga."

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Especially for a promoted team, this mental shift is crucial. While in the 2nd league you can sometimes win with "95 percent," every detail counts in the top league. "It's about mental strength and commitment," explained Poulsen. New players like Nicolai Remberg or Nicolas Capaldo have additionally brought this attitude into the team. "No one is too proud for anything. That's our strength."

HSV's captain also sees tactical progress. The team has become more versatile and is particularly strong in building up play against high pressing. Goalkeeper Daniel Heuer Fernandes plays "like an outfield player" and is an important component for the new stability.

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Poulsen himself sees his task primarily in conveying conviction. "My first topic was to strengthen the belief that you are good enough." Players like Miro Muheim or Remberg are examples of how quickly players can develop when this confidence grows.

Looking at the season goal, the veteran remains modest. "If we stay in the league, we are satisfied," said Poulsen. Against top teams like the upcoming opponent RB Leipzig (Sunday, 7:30 PM), they still want to be bold: "We know we can annoy them."

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