Dino Topmöller, head coach of Eintracht Frankfurt, posted a good mood at the press conference before the next Bundesliga match against Union Berlin. Despite the persistent euphoria following the victory against Galatasaray Istanbul, he immediately refocused his concerns on the home game, which will take place under the theme “100 years of forest stadium”. Topmöller highlights the different nature of this game, with a distinct dynamic and history, and anticipates an opponent who will leave more space for the ball. Its main objective is to put in place a solid structure, capitalize on the second bullets and maintain a good physical discipline, while expecting an interesting and exciting match.

The coach insists on the importance of this match for qualifying in the Champions League, stressing that the team has proven its ability to achieve such performances. It highlights the progress of players, including their ability to recover balloons and become more dangerous. Topmöller recognizes that only a few players have already had the experience of the Champions League, and considers this experience a key element of their development. He was aware of the short lead time for the match against Berlin and stressed the need to remind the players why they were fighting, remembering their qualification in the Bundesliga the previous year.

For the match against Union Berlin, Topmöller is considering changes in team composition, taking into account the freshness of the players and the need to manage recent injuries. He potentially mentions the integration of players like Mario Götze, depending on his training performance and open communication. He stressed the importance of a large staff and a variety of game strategies, with players like Burkardt, Doan and Bahoya offering different options. Topmöller is aware of the stakes of this match against Union Berlin, after a home loss the previous year, and is determined to change the deal this Sunday. He considers this meeting an important step for the team and a moment of major football.