Manuel Baum stated that the team needs a clear game strategy and to create threats in Heidenheim's advantageous positions.
2026-02-15 04:50
Augsburg will face Heidenheim at the WWK Arena on Sunday, aiming for a home win to avenge their 1-2 defeat in the first leg. In their last match, Augsburg lost 0-2 away to Mainz, with a controversial refereeing decision sparking discontent among the team. However, the team has already shifted its focus to the next game.
Manuel Baum said: "When playing against Heidenheim, we need to find a balance between tension, anticipation, and focus. We must be clear about our game plan and focus on causing trouble in Heidenheim's areas of strength, which they do have."
Augsburg are unbeaten in their last six home games and will be looking to extend that run against Heidenheim. Heidenheim currently have 13 points, six points behind relegation play-off contenders Werder Bremen. Manuel Baum cautioned his team against complacency, saying, "I've watched many Heidenheim games, many of them very close. Their coaching staff can instill the necessary belief and fighting spirit in the team."
When discussing the team's personnel situation, Manuel Baum said that most of the news was encouraging. He stated, "Geoffrey Hauvelleu and Crislan Mazzima are still unavailable. But apart from that, we have other players to choose from. Winter signing Ucchina Ogundou has also been included in the available squad for the first time, while Yannick Keitel and Dimitris Gianniulis are also set to return soon."
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