Kickers Emden wants to show reaction in the derby against SV Meppen!

Kickers Emden wants to show reaction in the derby against SV Meppen!

After a disappointing cup out against VfL Osnabrück and a catastrophic 0: 3 defeat against Phönix Lübeck, Kickers Emden is under pressure! The team finally wants to score again at SV Meppen and is optimistic after they were able to triumph 1-0 in the first leg. But the challenge is great, because the Meppeners are still unbeaten at home!

The last game against Osnabrück was a bitter experience for Emden. It was 1-1 until the 87th minute until an unfortunate own goal by Dennis Engel decided everything. "That probably only happens once in life," said Engel about the serious mistake. Despite the defeat, the performance against Osnabrück was not completely lost, but the subsequent bankruptcy against Lübeck was a real low. Coach Stefan Emmerling spoke of a "total failure" and the "worst performance throughout the year". Now it is time to keep your heads up and show what is in the team in the derby against Meppen!

Derby with a special flair

The encounter between Emden and Meppen not only promises sporting explosiveness, but also a special atmosphere. Despite the rivalry, the fans of both clubs understand each other splendidly. "It is cool that both fan scenes are friends," said Engel. Another plus for Emden: The best scorer of the Meppener, Marek Janssen, is out due to injury. That could be the key to success!

In front of a backdrop of up to 8,000 spectators, Emden wants to give Meppen the first home defeat of the season. "We are hot for the game against our friends from Meppen," emphasizes Emmerling. To achieve this, goalkeeper Marcel Bergmann has to make his mistakes from the last game. "The less risk, the better," is the coach's clear announcement. The tension increases and the fans expect a gripping derby!