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Preparing for a challenging campaign ahead

Enthusiasts are excited for the commencement of the Bundesliga this weekend, despite Fortuna's 10th place finish last season. Once more, Fortuna is battling to maintain its spot in the league. We had a chat with Fortuna captain Oliver Fink prior to the league's start.

Bracing for a Challenging Period Ahead
Bracing for a Challenging Period Ahead

Preparing for a challenging campaign ahead

Fortuna Düsseldorf Braces for Challenging Season Ahead

Fortuna Düsseldorf is gearing up for the upcoming season, with high expectations and a series of changes in store. The team, which had a successful run last season, is set to welcome 13 new signings, including defensive midfielder Tim Breithaupt on loan from FC Augsburg.

Coach Daniel Thioune is leading the integration of these new players, emphasizing patience and the importance of meeting high expectations through good results. Team members are taking an active role in the integration process, with captain Herr Fink personally offering advice and assistance to the newcomers.

However, the team is aware that the road ahead will not be easy. They had a tough time during the cup match in Villingen, with Herr Fink being substituted early. The team managed to progress to the next round despite the challenging performance, but they have since reviewed and analysed their mistakes to improve for the future.

One of the key challenges this season will be countering the pressure from Bremen, who are expected to be offensive and put pressure on Fortuna. Last year, the team didn't look good in Bremen, and solutions are being sought to address this issue.

The dynamics within the team also need time to become automatic, and the team knows that it takes time to know each player's strengths and weaknesses. The game against Villingen is now behind them, and they are focusing on the present and the future.

Despite the challenges, Fortuna is optimistic about the season ahead. The team knows how to be successful from the previous season, and their main goal is to stay in the league, not to complete 50 Bundesliga games. In the upcoming game against Bremen, Fortuna doesn't expect to have much possession, but they are ready to fight for every point.

Other teams have taken notice of Fortuna's success last season, and the team is eager to prove that they can repeat their performance this year. With a combination of experience, new talent, and a strong team spirit, Fortuna Düsseldorf is prepared for a challenging but exciting season ahead.

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