Shock for Türk Gücü Friedberg: key player Michel is out!

Shock for Türk Gücü Friedberg: key player Michel is out!

In the Hessenliga, Türk Gücü Friedberg faces a real test. After the team only has a meager point after two games, things get really serious against FC Gießen and Eintracht Frankfurt U21. The upcoming matches within just four days could be crucial for the rest of the season.

But worries are increasing because Noah Michel, a key player, is out for several weeks. The striker has suffered a torn hamstring, which is dampening hopes of a quick turnaround in the league. Metehan Karadavut, the sports director of Türk Gücü, expressed concern: “Without Michel it will be difficult.” Since his move in January 2020, Michel has not only been an integral part of the team, but has also been named top scorer for the last two years - a loss that the team will find difficult to compensate for.

Cadre problems and alternatives

The alternatives in the striker position are few and far between. In addition to Toni Reljic, whose form is still questionable, the recently signed Aleksej Radulaski is available. Jeff Thielmann is also struggling with health problems, which doesn't make the situation any easier. But that's not all - Maik Vetter and Selim Gündüz also haven't been able to play on the pitch this season. These failures add up and further test the already tense squad situation.

Coach Michael Fink emphatically emphasizes the importance of the upcoming games: “We finally have to score!” There is a lot of pressure on the team, especially against FC Gießen, against whom Türk Gücü has never won in history. The Giesseners, who began their waltz of defeats peacefully, are no better off with two defeats - 0:3 against Hummetroth and 1:2 against Eintracht Frankfurt U21.

The significance of the previous encounters

The team from Friedberg has been unlucky in their previous games: a missed penalty could be seen as a key moment in this early season. Now it's time to gather yourself and tackle the next challenges. Even if the Giesseners aren't showing great form, Friedberg is struggling with his own injury concerns.

The game against FC Gießen kicks off on Saturday at 3 p.m., followed by the clash with Eintracht Frankfurt U21 on Tuesday at 8 p.m. It is also important to mention the return of Cihan Celik and the return of Ali Gün after suspension, and perhaps Davide Itter could finally make his season debut.

The next few days will show whether Türk Gücü Friedberg's team can turn things around. Ultimately, the team has to step up and show that they can survive without Michel. The fans definitely kept their fingers crossed!