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Energie Cottbus on the rise: Wollitz demands more risk!
Energie Cottbus shows strong performances in the 3rd league, dreams of promotion and demands further development under coach Wollitz.
Energie Cottbus on the rise: Wollitz demands more risk!
The tension in the 3rd league remains high and Energie Cottbus is causing a stir. The team under coach Claus-Dieter Wollitz has impressively shown in recent weeks that it has the potential to have a say in the promotion fight. How Picture reports, Cottbus is gaining momentum and has won five of the last six games. The team has gained a small cushion of three points compared to the previous season and is currently in a respectable second place in the table.
But Wollitz's view remains skeptical. Despite the positive results, he expressed concerns about his team's style of play. The defense in particular leaves a lot to be desired. “We were lucky, especially in the last games against Hansa Rostock and Alemannia Aachen,” said Wollitz. He is pushing for improvements, especially in the final third, in order to stay permanently in the top half of the table.
The upcoming test against SV Sandhausen
A decisive game is just around the corner: SV Sandhausen comes to Lausitz as a strong opponent. Loud Kicker This duel is the top game of matchday 10, and Wollitz has clear expectations. After a disappointing 0-0 draw against Hannover 96 II, he calls on his team to return to their old strengths and show more willingness to take risks. “If we say goodbye to our principles, we will be the number one candidate for relegation,” he warns urgently.
The team has done well so far as a promoted team and is currently fourth in the league, which has exceeded expectations. It will be all the more important to consistently perform and gain the necessary confidence for the next games.
Talents and challenges
Speaking of trust: Goalkeeper Elias Bethke is a big topic in Cottbus. The keeper, who was suggested by Wollitz for the German U-21 junior team, achieved the best rating in the 3rd league with an average grade of 2.17. A real talent who may soon be destined for greater success.
However, there are also concerns, especially about the media attention and the lack of television funding for the 3rd league. Wollitz criticizes the league's often lack of attention and demands that the invisibility of the competition not be carried out on the backs of the players and clubs. “We have good kickers who deserve more appreciation,” he summarizes.
The coach and his team have big plans and are facing a crucial phase of the season. With the right attitude and a clear view of the task ahead, Cottbus can continue to be successful. Time will tell whether they can take the warnings seriously and stay on the ascending table.