Shock before Pirmasens: 2 surprises in HSV starting XI? | OneFootball

A few days before the first competitive match of the season, two changes in HSV’s starting eleven are emerging. Two new signings are at risk of starting on the bench for now.

The dress rehearsal before the Bundesliga opener against Borussia Mönchengladbach (August 24) could bring some personnel surprises for Hamburger SV. After a sobering pre-season with only one draw and a total goal tally of 2:14 from five friendlies, coach Merlin Polzin is apparently considering two changes to the starting lineup ahead of the DFB Cup clash against FK Pirmasens (August 16).

During Wednesday’s training session, Jonas Meffert suddenly appeared in the presumed starting eleven instead of Nicolai Remberg. There was also a change in defense: Aboubaka Soumahoro rotated into the starting lineup for Jordan Torunarigha. This was reported by Mopo and Hamburger Abendblatt in agreement.

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One possible reason: against a lower-league opponent who is expected to sit deep, Meffert could bring more structure to the build-up play. The 30-year-old already made a good impression after coming on as a substitute in Mallorca. As a result, the strong tackler Remberg will likely have to take a seat on the bench in Pirmasens for now.

Meanwhile, Torunarigha’s previously secure starting spot in defense is now in jeopardy. The summer signing from KAA Gent has had a disappointing pre-season. He also caused some head-shaking with an unnecessary red card against Mallorca. His appearance in the B team could indicate a possible demotion.

Meanwhile, Soumahoro trained for the first time as the left part of the back three and could reward himself for a strong pre-season with an appearance in the cup. With the exception of a slip-up against Olympique Lyon, the Frenchman has impressed in recent weeks.

Whether these changes will remain in place for the Bundesliga will likely depend heavily on the outcome and course of the cup match. However, in the encounter in Pirmasens, HSV could field a lineup that, at least on paper, is stronger in terms of play than in recent games.

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