Polzin makes it clear before Bayern clash: "Give everything for our shirt" | OneFootball

Looking ahead to the away game at FC Bayern, Merlin Polzin has set a clear course. HSV is by no means giving away points.

Before the Bundesliga classic against FC Bayern (13.09, Sky), HSV coach Merlin Polzin is confident. At the final press conference, he not only emphasized respect for the record champions, but above all put the attitude of his own team in the foreground.

"Of course we are the underdog in this game," Polzin said right from the start. "But we are preparing in such a way that we can be successful within our means. We are competitors. It's about the way we play and also the final result." The anticipation is great, he emphasized: "We always want to measure ourselves against the best."

In the Allianz Arena, HSV will definitely have to do without Giorgi Gocholeishvili, who is suspended due to a yellow-red card. In addition, Yussuf Poulsen and Jordan Torunarigha were only limited on the field, only strained in the weight room. "We'll have to see what it looks like for the game. Otherwise, all the boys are ready to play," Polzin explained.

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Herculean task in Munich: Polzin wants to "break resistances"

At the beginning of the week, the Red Shorts also caused a stir with a boxing training session. When asked about this rather unusual measure, the native of Hamburg replied: "It was valuable for our community. We have to do things not only with each other, but also for each other. The boys accepted it very well."

A special highlight is the duel with Bayern coach Vincent Kompany. "Back then I perceived him as an absolute leader with an impressive mentality," Polzin enthused. "For me as a young coach, he was a guide. In addition to the sporting competition, we are very much looking forward to the encounter."

In conclusion, the 34-year-old then set the central course: "Every player has to tear themselves apart for our jersey and break resistances. Of course, the opponent will dictate the rhythm, but we are not going there just to define the extent of the defeat. I am convinced that the team will implement our plan."

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