Press Conference
16.12.21
"We want to measure ourselves against them"
In the press conference before the last league match of 2021, HSV head coach Tim Walter spoke about the personnel situation, FC Schalke 04 and the mood in the team.
It is evident in every sequence: Tim Walter feels a great sense of anticipation with regard to the last home and league match of 2021. Next Saturday, FC Schalke 04 (18 December, kick-off: 20. In today's digital press conference, the HSV head coach spoke about all the relevant topics surrounding the prestigious match against the "Knappen" and repeatedly let it be known that his protégés approach the training with the same optimism: "Everyone is fully committed, which is why it's so much fun," reported the 46-year-old, who also spoke about the main content of the traditional duel.
Tim Walter spoke in detail about...
... the personnel situation: "Ludovit Reis slipped in training today and fell on his lower back, so we sent him in as a precaution. Daniel Heuer Fernandes is still on schedule, he is doing his individual programme. Bakery Jatta could return after his flu infection.
... the last home game of the year: We are in good spirits and are really looking forward to the game. We need such duels with the best teams in the league to improve on our way. Schalke were runners-up in the Bundesliga three years ago and now they are our opponents in the 2nd division. They have very good players, we want to compete with them.
"The positive interaction and harmony in the team is crucial."
... the atmosphere in the team: "Competition is good for business, that's why it's important for us to always put pressure on each other and push for further development. Due to our absences, we have a few guys at the moment who didn't really make an impact at the beginning of the season, but who are currently playing an important role. What's important is the positive interaction and harmony within the team. Because at the end of the day, it's all about the team and our joint success.