Hasenhüttl dominates Ilzer: Hoffenheim's crisis is getting more and more violent!

In the DFB Cup duel between Ralph Hasenhüttl and Christian Ilzer, TSG Hoffenheim experienced a bitter defeat against VfL Wolfsburg. With a clear 3-0 triumphed Hasenhüttl about his Austrian colleague Ilzer and continued an impressive series: Wolfsburg has been unbeaten for seven competitive games. In contrast, Ilzers Hoffenheim had a worrying false start, with three defeats in a row and a lean goal difference of 0: 8 in these games, said laola1.at

In the hope of a turning point, Ilzer surprisingly rely on Diadie Samassekou in the starting eleven, a player who had not played from the start since the first matchday of the 2022/23 season. Ilzer said: "We wanted to have a second very stable player on the double six, who is good in the ball conquest." Samassekou delivered a solid performance up to the 78th minute, but after half -time the entire team could no longer build on the first half. After the game, Ilzer evaluated the performance positively and said: "He played a good game and also definitely opportunities for the future." This backing could give Samassekou, whose contract expires in the summer, report new drive, reports transfermarkt.de .

tactical changes and challenges for Ilzer

The difficulties in the Hoffenheimer squad seem to be further reinforced. In view of the injuries, players who are no longer in top form must be used. The young Tom Bishop was pushed into a more offensive role, while the opportunities for change due to staff bottlenecks are very limited. The defense is also under pressure, in particular the central defense with Akpoguma and Chaves, which has not been able to convince lately.

ilzer's tactics and the decision to bring Samassekou show his endeavor to bring a breath of fresh air to the team. But despite all efforts, Hoffenheim remains in an extremely bumpy phase in search of the first points of the season. Wolfsburg stays on the advance, while Ilzer and his team have to work at a turning point in their season.