Because it was a home game, after today's game, all the Cottbus players went back to their homes.
Young people without families also spend wonderful nights together in groups.
Sauer's home is in Munich, his wife works there and his children go to school there, so he is usually alone in Cottbus.
This weekend, his wife and children drove all the way to Cottbus to reunite with Sauer, which made Sauer very happy.
Although he failed to win today's game, he was able to see his wife and children as soon as he returned home, which made Sauer's heart extremely warm.
Eating dinner cooked by his wife and listening to his children talk about interesting things about their recent study and life, Sauer felt very relaxed and happy.
Sauer also talked about his experience in Cottbus: "I am very good here and adapt to life here. I am the core of the team's midfield, but now I rarely play the whole game. After all, my physical strength is not enough. But the most enjoyable thing for me is that I have gained a lot of freedom in the team, especially in handling the ball, which makes me extremely happy. This is all the credit of head coach Yun Sheng , it was a pleasure to work with him in the last year of my career..."
While Shaoer was talking, his cell phone suddenly rang. He picked it up and looked at it, and he was immediately happy: "What a coincidence. I didn't expect it to be Coach Yun Sheng."
"Hello, coach." Sauer said.
"Melmut, um, are you busy?"
Shaoer was stunned, wondering what Yun Sheng meant by this: "I'm having dinner with my family, what do you want?"
"Melmut, I want to talk to you on the phone about football. Is it convenient for you?"
Sauer smiled: "When I was taking a football management course part-time at the University of Cottbus, you were one of the best students in the school. It was because of football that we met, and we got to know each other this season. After leaving the green field, we will always be friends. I have time now and am waiting to answer your call at any time."
There was silence on the other end of the phone for a moment, and then he whispered: "Thank you, Melmut. Regarding today's game, I have something to ask you. At the last moment of the game, I arranged for the team to retreat in full, but in the end it failed. Defeated by my opponent. Well, do you think there is anything wrong with my on-the-spot arrangements this time?"
Sauer, who was holding the phone, pondered for a long time and said slowly: "If it were on the green field, I would say nothing and strictly follow the coach's instructions. Now we are talking as friends, and I am willing to talk to you. My thoughts may not necessarily be correct, I’m just giving you a reference.”
"Based on my experience at Bayern, generally when encountering this kind of situation, whether it is the head coach or the players, they will often choose to continue attacking. If you really encounter a team like Manchester United, Barcelona, Real Madrid, Juventus, or Inter Milan, Even if the team considers being more prudent, it will strengthen its defense appropriately, but the offensive power in the midfield and frontcourt will still exist, and it will be ready to continue scoring goals."
"In today's game, our opponent is not stronger than us, or we are evenly matched on the field, and the opponent also sent off one person. We have a numerical advantage. From this point of view, we have reason to fight. We have to be more confident. At the last moment, we actually had two good counterattack opportunities, but because the forwards were withdrawn, we missed the opportunity to counterattack."
"Your final tactical arrangement is not necessarily right or wrong, but I personally think it can be more open and confident. Well, that's what I think."
After Sauer finished speaking, there was no reply from the other end of the phone for a long time, and Sauer did not urge him. He just waited on the other end of the phone.
He knew that Yun Sheng must be thinking carefully about his words.
After a long time, Yun Sheng's voice came over the phone, but this time, Yun Sheng's voice seemed much more relaxed: "Melmut, thank you, it's such a great decision to invite you to Cottbus." That's right. You can have dinner with your family as soon as possible. I won't disturb you anymore. Good night, my friend."
After hanging up the phone, my wife asked, "Who is calling?"
"It's Yun Sheng, our head coach."
"But I heard you talking about your opinions just now, but he is the head coach, why would he ask you questions?"
"He is a low-key, diligent and humble person. It is precisely because of this strong thirst for knowledge and desire to win that he achieved an impressive record of eight consecutive Bundesliga wins just after his debut."
Sauer smiled slightly and looked out the window.
The night in Cottbus is beautiful, and perhaps the more beautiful night that belongs here is coming soon.
The following week, Cottbus's training status was even better.
Although they failed to win against Schalke 04, they were able to tie with last season's league runner-up, which also made the players excited.
Three goals were scored from three set pieces, which made Yunsheng more determined in his new strategy.
Take full advantage of set pieces!
Although Cottbus has first-class stars in individual positions, the overall strength of the team is still far behind the top teams.
Yun Sheng was deeply moved by yesterday's battle.
The team's two full-backs Waxmut and Ipsa have always been the new stars that Yunsheng has been cultivating. They are good at offense and defense and have great potential.
But looking at Schalke 04's two full-backs Pander and Rafinha, they suddenly pale in comparison.
Cottbus still needs to make a lot of efforts.
If we plan to become a truly strong Bundesliga team, we still have a long way to go.
For a whole week, Yunsheng continued to strengthen various positions of the team, especially in areas such as set pieces and fast attacks, and continued to work hard.
When people get busy, time passes quickly, and a week goes by in a blink of an eye.
This weekend, Cottbus's opponent is Rostock, and they are very weak.
Rostock had just been promoted from the Bundesliga last season. In less than half a season, they felt the huge competitive pressure of the Bundesliga. Now they are ranked 18th at the bottom of the league, and their relegation situation this season is in danger.
This game is a battle between the top and bottom of the Bundesliga standings, and Cottbus can easily win.
However, in a press conference the day before the game, Rostock coach Armin publicly expressed his views on the game.
"Although Cottbus is currently at the top of the Bundesliga, they were just like us last season and were just a relegation team. Our game is not hopeless. We will definitely defend in this game and strive to win. Winning at home is a crucial point on the road to relegation!”
