Simon Scherder: keep calm in the fight for second division chances

Simon Scherder: keep calm in the fight for second division chances

The challenge of remaining patient is often underestimated. In professional football in particular, patience can be crucial for success.

Simon Scherder: A look back at a difficult start to the season

The current season of the second Bundesliga has started remarkably bumpy for Simon Scherder (31), one of the longest -serving players of SC Preußen Münster. After a fiber tear that pulled him out of circulation for about two weeks during the summer preparation, the central defender had to watch at the opening game in Fürth (1: 3). This marked the start of a series of challenges that could still last for some time.

a restless way back

Around a week ago, Scherder was again on the stands when his team against Hannover 96 achieved a 0-0 draw, even though he was now fit and ready for the game again. Such situations can be particularly frustrating for professionals in football, since they work hard for their position in the team and yet often have to cope with the reality of the competition. "I continue, work hard and wait for my next chance," said Scherder, who has been playing in the Prussian jersey since 2012.

The team spirit in focus

Despite his personal challenges, the trainer Sascha Hildmann (52) reminds that football is not just about who is in the starting eleven. The team spirit and the willingness to rely on each other are crucial for the success of the team. "Anyone who chooses the path of professional footballer has to cope with such situations," says Hildmann.

The importance of setbacks

The setbacks in the career of an athlete are not uncommon. At the beginning of the season, Scherder experienced similar difficulties at the beginning of the season when he was excluded from the team for several games after a weak appearance in Bielefeld. Nevertheless, in the second half of the season he showed that he can prove his skills and meaning for the team when he played continuously in 24 of the following league games.

a ray of hope in darkness

The next opportunity for Scherder could come to the 1. FC Kaiserslautern on August 24th. Before that, however, on Friday he will be given his season in a "secret test" against Dortmund II to find his rhythm and continue to actively participate in the event of the team.

outlook and hopes

For Scherder it is clear: watching during the games is more painful than the physical game itself. "I just had to experience that firsthand," he says with a view to the last two games. The hope remains that he will soon be on the pitch and delight the fans with his performance.

his patience could pay off while waiting for his next chance and preparing for the fight for his place in the squad. The coming time will show how the situation will develop for him and the entire team.