15:10
The Swabians can hope for special support from their own supporters today: around 6,000 VfBers have traveled to the capital. “Our fans are outstanding, they give us strength and energy and we hope to have the same effect on Saturday. For example, what they gave from the stands in the cup game on Wednesday evening was unbelievable. I’m in a very positive mood when I hear how many will be there in Berlin,” said VfB coach Hoeneß.
15:05
VfB Stuttgart also wants to throw everything in in the last four games in order to stay up in the league. The guests are currently on the relegation place with 28 points – tied with the penultimate from Bochum. In the Bundesliga, Stuttgart recently won 2-1 against Borussia Mönchengladbach. On Wednesday, after a 2:3 defeat against Frankfurt, VfB had to accept the end of the DFB Cup.
14:58
“If you then remain persistent, keep at it – then we’ll get the points that we need too! The most important thing is that the guys radiate trust among themselves, our audience is always there anyway. On Saturday we have to send out a team that has a winning mentality and can win this game for us. Football has its own dynamic. Winning is important – not telling. Four games, four wins – we live by that motto,” said Hertha coach Dárdai before the game.
14:55
The Berliners are currently in last place in the table with 22 points. The distance to the non-relegation places is currently seven points. Last weekend, the capital city lost 2-0 at FC Bayern Munich, despite a committed performance.
14:45
In a groundbreaking game in the relegation battle, it’s all about survival in the 1st Bundesliga for both teams today. If Hertha BSC loses, the capitals are unlikely to be saved. VfB Stuttgart, on the other hand, can take a big step towards staying up in the league with a win and leave the relegation places for the time being.
14:38
Hello and welcome to the 31st match day of the Bundesliga! This Saturday afternoon, Hertha BSC meets VfB Stuttgart. The game in the Olympic Stadium in Berlin kicks off at 3:30 p.m.