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With the 1-0 win in Cologne, Augsburg take a big step away from the relegation zone. Manager Stefan Reuter especially likes the appearance of the team.
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Conducting was far from over. Rafal Gikiewicz had already given many commands on the field, as it should be for a goalkeeper at this level. Because of the currently empty stadiums, all of this can be heard in the stands at the moment. But even after the final whistle and the 1-0 win in Cologne, the goalkeeper took the
FCA
Augsburg the organization in hand.
Gikiewicz stood on the edge of the square and assigned his colleagues to the places in front of the TV cameras. The Pole was in a good mood – for good reason. A few minutes later, when the interviews were done, he marched purposefully towards the cabin. Shortly before the entrance to the catacombs he said: “Two weeks without a wife and already a victory”. Gikiewicz laughed heartily. Joking, of course. But above all proof of the good mood in Augsburg.
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FCA keeper Gikiewicz had spent Christmas alone
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Christmas Spent alone in Augsburg, his family had traveled to Poland. Because of the corona pandemic and the associated restrictions, the goalkeeper was in
Germany remained. But was that really the reason for the successful start to the new year? Gikiewicz is known for his sense of humor and ease. Especially after victories.
But Gikiewicz is also an important factor in the FCA’s game. He played a big part in the 19 points. He was also there twice on Saturday when Cologne seemed close to scoring a goal. You can rely on the goalkeeper. On the other hand, not yet regularly on playfully appealing performances this season.
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On Saturday, however, the team liked with a good playing system, which was not reflected in many first-class chances. Ball possession and pass rate were very good. And in terms of play, the guests were the better team. “That was a great achievement,” praised
Stefan Reuter. The sports manager liked what he was offered. “It was very important to start the new year with a win,” he said.
He was particularly pleased that the team was able to improve again in the closing stages and ensure victory. Especially since this has already been achieved several times this season. “If that happens so often, it’s no longer a coincidence,” said Reuter, “something like that gives the teams faith and conviction.” Two important factors to have more confidence in yourself when playing.
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Marco Richter (center) showed a strong game in Cologne, here he celebrates the winning goal with Iago (left) and André Hahn.
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FCA coach Herrlich had a special praise for Marco Richter
Herrlich’s offensive line-up with Marco Richter was also crucial in order to make the game more enjoyable. “I’m very satisfied with Marco as with the other attacking players, he also worked well against the ball,” said the coach. The same applies to Florian Niederlechner, who could not end his peat lull, but was very happy about his preparation for Iago’s decisive goal (77th). “I’m happy,” said Niederlechner, who was denied two goals because of offside. However, that was tolerable. Especially since it is wonderfully convinced that the knot will soon burst with his striker.
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So is everything good at the FCA? At least that’s how it looked after the final whistle. The jubilation was great, Michael Ströll had marched down from the stands onto the lawn and congratulated the players. The commercial director of FC Augsburg was in an away game for the first time this season and made a satisfied impression. Just like his colleague Stefan Reuter. “We are of course happy about the win and the score. But we also know that only 14 game days are over,” he said. That means: Nothing is done yet. But the interim balance is good.
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