“Not easy for any team” | OneFootball

Dino Toppmöller on respecting Heidenheim, victories being the key to combatting fatigue, Eintracht’s ‘alpha male’ Rasmus Kristensen and Hugo Larsson’s attention to detail.

Head coach Dino Toppmöller on …

… personnel: “We have no fresh injuries after the game in Denmark. Everyone came through the match unscathed. Nene Brown and Oscar Højlund will also be available again unless anything changes. Aside from Aurèle Amenda, we’re at full strength and can play with a freshness we’re going to need in Heidenheim.”

... travelling to Heidenheim in form: “We have a good feeling because of the recent results. Everyone came through last night's game well.”

… Eintracht’s preparations: “It's not easy for any team at Heidenheim, as Chelsea also discovered yesterday. We're equipped and are looking forward to a good challenge that awaits us. We know what to expect."

… Heidenheim: “They command huge respect, not just from me but from everyone connected with football in Germany. Their journey is incredibly impressive. Head coach Frank Schmidt has a great manner about him, he’s very genuine and seems to be popular among the players. He’s capable of assessing things very clearly and has a good feel for a team. I’m sure he’ll set his side up accordingly on Sunday. Hats off to the way they’ve performed in Europe so far, too.” ... Hugo Larsson: "The development of Hugo Larsson is also testament to our work and the boy's character. He's made huge progress, he's far from finished and he's a prime example of someone who constantly wants to improve in every detail." ... Rasmus Kristensen: “Kristensen is the alpha male and did us good in the early weeks of the season with his performance. #Collins has filled in for him very well. Both will get games.”