Important signal: How Riera rates Frankfurt’s performance against Freiburg | OneFootball

With satisfaction, but also clear analysis, Albert Riera looked back on Eintracht Frankfurt's home win against SC Freiburg: "Congratulations to my team," the Spaniard began his statement, highlighting the mentality of his players. Even in the second half in Munich – despite a 0:3 deficit – the team stuck to the game plan. "That was an important signal for me."

With this positive impression, Frankfurt went into an intensive training week, at the end of which there was a "very important game." Nevertheless, Riera emphasized that not everything was perfect. "We can still improve." However, he addresses points of criticism internally: "The points I mean, I tell the players behind closed doors."

The coach finds it important to further develop his team both individually and tactically. The players should enjoy the game and feel comfortable with the ideas of the coaching team. Especially in the second half against Freiburg, he saw that his team implemented the instructions. An example was the switch of sides between Nnamdi Collins and Nene Brown – an adjustment to the opponent's system and style of play. "He understood the plan behind the idea," Riera said about Brown.

Personnel matters remain exciting: There is hope for positive news regarding Kaua Santos. "Fingers crossed, we'll know more on Monday." Goalkeeper Michael Zetterer was ready immediately. For Riera, it's clear: Every player must know that they are important – because the moment they are needed comes for everyone.

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