Last minute victory for VfL Osnabrück: a victory of the will!

Last minute victory for VfL Osnabrück: a victory of the will!

VfL Osnabrück experienced an exciting football game against SpVgg Unterhaching last Saturday and not only achieved the first win of the season, but also performed a dramatic turn in the game. Surrounded by a frenetic backdrop on the brake bridge, the purple whites fought back in an exciting match and secured the decisive 3: 2.

In a game that was characterized by emotions and twists, the hosts first had to accept a gap before they were able to record the full point rate thanks to late-game Heroics. This turn in the game comes especially at the right time, since the VfL had to accept two defeats without its own hits. Coach Uwe Koschinat made it easier after the game and spoke of a "victory of will".

The dramatic course of the game

The game initially seemed to be running out of another damper for VfL. After a strong first half, the Osnabrückers fell back. But after the dismissal for Unterhaching in the 50th minute and the subsequent penalty, which was confidently transformed by gnaase, things took a turn. The two late goals in added time through Gnaase and menthous, then the bold graduation and catapulted Osnabrück on the Siegesstraße. "I think you only win such games here in our stadium," said Koschinat and praised the support of the fans who cheered on the team throughout the game.

The goal from Erik Engelhardt, who had extended his contract early before the game, was particularly gratifying. His commitment to the club is not only evident in his performance on the pitch, but also in his positive attitude: "I said we win together and lose together," said the striker after the game. Engelhardt believes in a positive development for the three points, because "the knot has now burst slowly".

outlook for the upcoming challenge

The Osnabrück players seem to recognize the importance of this victory, but are still careful. Gnaase warned as a caution: "It was a step in the right direction, but it doesn't help us if we let feathers again the next weekend." The focus must now be on transferring this positive dynamic to the next games in order to use the first win of the season as a turning point. The next challenge already comes with the duel against the U23 of BVB, where the team can show that the victory was not a coincidence.

Another important point remains the health of the team. Player Timo Beermann had to leave the game prematurely due to rib pain. His participation in the coming game is still unclear and the entire team will have to keep an eye on the situation.

The current mood in the team

Overall, the mood in the team is positive. Players and coaches feel that a spirit of optimism has established themselves. Koschinat emphasizes: "We needed an introduction to the points." While the purple and whites stumbled in the first phase of the season, the three important points now provided new vigor. It remains to be seen whether the team can use this moment to continue to fight up in the table.

The way to the first win of the season

The 2023/2024 season has started for VfL Osnabrück. In the first two games of the league, the purple whites showed a weak performance, which ended in two defeats without their own goal. This starting position presented the team and the team of coaching around Uwe Koschinat with a significant challenge. Between constellation problems and the search for the right rhythm of play, it was crucial that the team collapsed at the crucial moment.

The first win of the season was not only important for the table, but also for the psychological well -being of the players who were under pressure after the frustrating opening. After the game, Koschinat explained that the team urgently needed this success to recharge your batteries and to distance yourself from the initial setbacks.

The statistics speaks for the VfL

The last data show that VfL had a difficulty last season to control games in the second half, while this season the performance was particularly improved in the second half. In the game against Unterhaching, VfL scored both goals in added time, which not only ensures the emotional highlight of the game, but also statistically indicates that the fitness and condition of the players has increased. According to an examination by Ligateam.de, the Osnabrückers had increased in terms of mileage and pressing quota compared to last season.

This season, the first three games are an example of how easily the team can reach their limits in critical moments. In particular, the fact that the first point win was only achieved in the third game shows the need for continuous improvements. Koschinat emphasized that the team must be able to stabilize themselves in critical phases in order to achieve sustainable success.

fan support as a decisive factor

A central aspect that should not be neglected when analyzing the latest success is the role of fans. The supporters of VfL Osnabrück have proven to be a loyal and motivating force last season. Talks with the players clearly showed how much the support of the viewers is important. The emotional atmosphere in the stadium was a key factor that helped the players to get an additional boost in motivation at crucial moments.

In the press conference after the game, Koschinat thanked the fans especially for their loyalty and commitment, which the team did not let down even in difficult times. The association plans to further expand this connection to the supporters in order to ensure even greater support in the current season.