Tough call: Coach Akpinar demands passion from 1. FC Kleve!

Tough call: Coach Akpinar demands passion from 1. FC Kleve!

1. FC Kleve is currently in deep trouble. After ten games played, the Klevers are in last place in the table and have only gotten a measly eight points. The gap to the saving 15th place is just three points. Given this precarious situation, coach Umut Akpinar and the fans are demanding more passion and commitment from the players. “We urgently need to collect points, regardless of who we play against,” emphasizes Akpinar with determination.

Next Sunday at 3 p.m., the Klevers will meet Sportfreunde Baumberg in the Eroglu Arena, who are currently in midfield with 15 points. Baumberger's last defeat against SpVg Schonnebeck (1:2) could offer Kleve an opportunity to finally achieve a turnaround.

The personnel situation remains tense

But the signs are anything but optimal. The defensive line is badly shaken: right-back Frederik Meurs is unavailable due to a suspension. In addition, left-back Elidon Bilali has knee problems and could also be out. Central defender Philipp Divis will have to decide at short notice whether he can play because of his knee problems. Fortunately, there is also positive news: regular goalkeeper Ahmet Taner is back in training after breaking his finger and could return. Felix Beeker, Diwan Duyar and Dario Gerling also seem to be fit again after their illnesses.

But what about injury prevention in football? An effective strategy to minimize injuries is crucial for the team. Over the last 30 years, research has advanced significantly and there are numerous injury prevention models. Treatments such as the FIFA 11+ program or specific exercises such as the Nordic Hamstring Curl show promising results in practice and should be regularly integrated into training to reduce the risk of injury. (sportaerztezeitung.com)

The path to success

If 1. FC Kleve wants to get out of the crisis, they have to think beyond pure performance on the pitch. A combined training of technique, endurance and preventive measures could be the key to success. Players who regularly participate in injury prevention programs reduce the risk of injury during the season. You should also not forget that nutrition and sufficient fluids are essential for regeneration and therefore for overall performance. (fupa.net)

The team will be under pressure on Sunday to take a first step out of the relegation zone. One thing is clear: if 1. FC Kleve wants to be successful, they not only have to improve their tactical performance, but also take the physical aspects seriously. It's up to the players who have to show passion and determination so that the points end up in their account!