What Stefan Reuter had wished for in the run-up to the home game against Dortmund also came to pass. And that in turn made noisy FCA coach Markus Weinzierl both happy and confident.
“Willingness to fight two on one and also toughness” was what Stefan Reuter had called for in an interview with “DAZN” shortly before kick-off, “in order to keep at least one point here”. 90 minutes later, the manager was actually able to record the aforementioned point. And FC Augsburg had indeed shown passion for long stretches against favourites Dortmund, throwing themselves into the duels and, with a final period of pressure after trailing 1-0, rewarded the deserved 1-1 draw through wild card Noah Joel Sarenren Bazee.
Coach Markus Weinzierl, who was always active and vocal on the sidelines during the game, also praised the attitude on the pitch and the unity of the team. “We worked well, were well organised,” said the 47-year-old in a hoarse voice. “That’s why I think the point win is also okay. In the end we also played more risk and were rewarded for it. “
“We don’t have much time “
Such a performance is now also the basis for the coming weeks – or in Weinzierl’s exact words: “That’s the passion and tackling strength we need. It’s very present like that.”
“To get a point against so much quality is good for us. It also got us out of the relegation spot. It’s a nicer look at the table,” Weinzierl continued, but at the same time reminded everyone of the ten match days still to come. Especially the guest game in Bielefeld on Friday evening: “We don’t have much time, we play in Bielefeld on Friday. But with such a performance we already have a basis to get more points.”
Arne Maier agreed: “We fought hard for the point – and I think the spectators will go home with a smile today. We’re happy to take that with us. “
