Personnel worries at VfL Gummersbach: Is the comeback in the cup derby?

Personnel worries at VfL Gummersbach: Is the comeback in the cup derby?

Gummersbach, Deutschland - Gummersbach faces a gripping cup round of ultimate against the Bergisches HC, and the tension is tangible! VfL Gummersbach not only fights against a strong opponent, but also against massive personnel worries. Coach Gudjon Valur Sigurdsson has clear priorities: "It's just about getting on!" The fans hope for spectacular comebacks - captain Julian Köster and newcomer Teitur Einarsson could return after long breaks. But the question remains: Will you be fit in time?

The wave of injuries hit VfL hard. Köster, who tore the inner band in the knee in the game against Leipzig, and Einarsson, who contracted a tendon tear, both expected a downtime of six to eight weeks. But now, more than seven weeks later, there is hope! However, Sigurdsson remains careful: "It looks better and better. All boys are in the hall." But he warns of excessive expectations and plans to use the returnees carefully. "I don't want to expect more than ten to 15 minutes at first," explains the coach.

bad luck and challenges

The list of injuries could extend. Ellidi Vidarsson and Milos Vujovic are also struck. Vidarsson only played against Hamburg for a few seconds, while Vujovic injured himself again. Sigurdsson remains optimistic, but the situation is tense. "This is part of the professional business. We won't start whining and howling," he emphasizes. The trainer is aware of the challenge that Bergische HC represents. With 16: 6 points, the BHC is the leader and has established itself as a promotion favorite. "This is not a normal second division team, but a team that could also keep up in the Bundesliga," warns Sigurdsson.

The cup derby promises to be an exciting duel! The arena will not be sold out, but there are still tickets at the box office. Who will decide to progress? The answer will be available on Thursday at 7 p.m. in the Schwalbe Arena!