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Sturm II: Only 50 hours between Youth League and championship
Sturm meets Brugge U19 in the Youth League after just 50 hours of break. Coach Säumel emphasizes the challenge and the focus on the championship. An exciting duel is coming!
Sturm II: Only 50 hours between Youth League and championship
Sturm Graz face an exciting challenge as the U19 team face Brugge, a team who recently earned an impressive 1-1 draw against Borussia Dortmund. This result is particularly notable as Brugge were even able to miss a penalty, indicating that they have the potential to challenge the big boys. Coach Jürgen Säumel was optimistic about the upcoming encounter and emphasized the importance of participating in the Youth League: “Being able to play in the Youth League is an additional motivation.”
But the challenge is not just limited to the game against Bruges. Just 50 hours after the game kicked off in St. Veit, Sturm II is back on the pitch, this time against Vienna. This tight schedule is anything but ideal, but according to Säumel, the league is at least trying to bring as much fresh energy into the game as possible. Especially since there have been similar scenarios in the past: the first Youth League game in Brest was followed by a championship game against Lustenau, just 50 hours later.
Double burden for the team
This double burden - international youth games and then the league action - presents the coaches and players with major challenges. The focus cannot be divided; The championship is still the priority, even if the international stage is a tempting offer. Coach Säumel feels the pressure in the air: “That doesn’t make it any easier for us, but we also accept this challenge.”
The upcoming games not only offer an exciting sporting experience, but could also be crucial to staying at the top of the league, while also having the opportunity to showcase your talent at European level. The combination of these two competitions will be a real acid test for both the coaches and players, but will also provide room for development and growth.
Fans and supporters can look forward to an exciting duel as the team does everything they can to overcome these challenges and be successful both in international competition and in the domestic league. Further information about the match and current developments can also be found in reports such as on sksturm.at.