The upcoming 12th round of the Bundesliga brings the duell between Hertha BSC and 1. FC Köln this Sunday.
If the Herthaner descent will take his end? The away win at SC Heerenveen in UEFA Europe League could be the blockade of the uncertain players of Hertha BSC have been raised. Now it's time to succeed the long-awaited victory against FC Köln in order to feel the sense of achievement in the Bundesliga. Meanwhile rumors of new players spread in the capital. Since summer signing Artur Wichniarek is out of the trip, CEO Michael Preetz exploring the market for potential alternatives in attack. In discussion is be Roy Makaay. The former Bayern striker currently plays for Feyenoord Rotterdam in the Eredivisie.
Whether the weakest offense of the league (only 6 goals) against the worst defense (25 goals against) scores? After the defeat against Hanover 96 at home on the last match day and concerning the scarce distance to the relegation zone, coach Zvonimir Soldo is under high pressure. Another setback in Berlin expected to cost the Croat his job, according to reports of the Cologne media. To resolve the slack in offense Lukas Podolski is likely to play together with Milivoje Novakovic in attack. This would mean for unfit Manasseh Ishiaku only reservists roles. Suspended Petit will be replaced in central midfield by Kevin Pezzoni.
Hertha BSC vs 1. FC Köln
Sunday, 8th of November 2009, 17:30 CET
Olympiastadion, Berlin
Injured:
Hertha: Timo Ochs, Christopher Gäng, Rasmus Bengtsson, Pál Dárdei, Florian Kringe, Gojko Kacar
Köln: Pierre Womé
Head-to-head:
12.05.09: Köln - Hertha 1:2
28.11.08: Hertha - Köln 2:1
04.03.06: Hertha - Köln 2:4
25.09.05: Köln - Hertha 0:1
22.05.04: Hertha - Köln 3:1
Tip: Win for Hertha BSC
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