Can he do that? Glatzel’s moaning interview divides HSV fans! | OneFootball

The recent statements made by Robert Glatzel are causing heated debates in the HSV environment and are also dividing the fan base.

The striker, by far the team’s most reliable goal scorer during their time in the second division, has fallen behind in sporting terms. Most recently, he even spent four consecutive matches sitting on the bench for the full 90 minutes. Throughout the entire season, his limited playing time has repeatedly been a hot topic of conversation.

Glatzel has now vented his obviously pent-up frustration in an interview with the Mopo. According to Bild information, however, he did not have these statements approved by HSV’s press office as is usually standard practice.

“I just want to get a few things off my chest and take a stand,” the 32-year-old explained meaningfully. “The fact that I haven’t played at all lately is something I can’t understand.” Although coach Merlin Polzin gave him reasons, he added: “But why I then had to sit on the bench for the next two games as well, I can’t understand.”

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HSV fans divided over Glatzel

These publicly chosen words come at a sensitive time. Despite a very stable points tally and a six-point lead over the relegation spot, HSV’s survival in the league is far from secured. Nevertheless, Glatzel emphasized: “It’s extremely frustrating. I’m not sitting out because I played badly.” Statements that inevitably cause unrest, even though he insists: “I don’t want to stir things up or put myself above the team.”

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This is exactly where opinions among fans diverge. On social media, many supporters are clearly backing the veteran. “There are players who deserve this right. Glatzel is one of them,” one comment reads. Others even see the coach as responsible: the public debate means that Merlin Polzin no longer has to explain his controversial personnel decisions.

But there is also clear criticism. “Turning to the media and stirring things up publicly at a time like this only confirms why he isn’t playing,” one fan writes. Another is even harsher: “This behavior is unprofessional and would be heavily criticized in many other players. As a fan favorite and former regular starter, you don’t have any special privileges.”

The Glatzel situation and his recent complaint interview are clearly dividing the HSV community…

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