Kickers Emden before sensation: semi -finals against VfL Osnabrück!

Kickers Emden before sensation: semi -finals against VfL Osnabrück!

Emden, Deutschland - An exciting duel is imminent! On Wednesday evening, the BSV Kickers Emden will compete against VfL Osnabrück in the semi -finals of the trophy. After an impressive 4-0 victory against Eintracht Norderstedt, coach Stefan Emmerling hopes that his team will provide a surprise. Mika Eickhoff, who shone in Norderstedt, could be in the starting eleven again. But the Emder had to prepare for a game -free weekend after the planned game against Teutonia Ottensen was canceled due to a wave of illness. "We have to accept that," said Emmerling.

Osnabrück under pressure

The Osnabrück travel as favorites, but are under pressure. After their descent from the 2nd division, they are the bottom of the table in the 3rd division and were only able to win one of the last eleven games. Captain Tido Steffens is combative: "On a good day we can keep up against such an opponent." The East Frisia Stadium could be a challenge for guests, especially under floodlights on a cool November evening. The Emder hope for the support of their fans, even if the stadium will not be sold out. More than 6,000 spectators are still expected, and the anticipation in the team is noticeable.

The Kickers have already proven that they can survive against well -known opponents, and now the next surprise should succeed. Eickhoff, who is considered a dangerous player, could play a key role. Emmerling relies on his team's talents to further develop the potential of young players like Eickhoff. "We have made it our task to make them too, very good regional league players," said the coach. The "Emder Weg" seems to be on the right course and the hope of moving into the final!