Maximilian Eggestein compares today with 2016

The former U21 national team player denied feeling any additional pressure, “If you’re not aware of how serious the situation is yet, then it’s already too late. We know that we need to pick up points.” Just as how the manner in which you win games is no longer important, individual’s needs are equally swept to the background. What’s much more important is, according to Eggestein, to bring in your own personal experiences from similar situations and to not let yourself be overwhelmed by pressure. “I’ve been through this a number of times now. Of course there’s pressure, you need to be aware of the situation you’re in but you can’t let it affect you. Otherwise you won’t be able to play freely,” said Eggestein.

At the same time, he clarified how Werder will attempt to win points against Frankfurt and Hertha. The team have focused on their offensive play and have altered how they defend set pieces, which have so often caused Werder problems in the past. The Green Whites have also been too weak in attacking corners and set pieces in recent weeks, which can an effective weapon for teams fighting in a relegation battle. Maximilian Eggestein knows this as well as anyone, after Papy Djilobodji’s winner against Eintracht Frankfurt back in 2016, resulting from a free kick.