Curve knowledge: Facts about #BSCSCF:

The fans' reaction has been more than understandable; we are just as dissatisfied with the situation, and this was clearly visible in the ongoing, intense training week—the team wants to meet this responsibility together, explained Jonas Meffert.

— Jonas Meffert, KSV Holstein captain, commenting on the fans' reaction and team responsibility

We did not get anything handed to us; we had to work hard. We are aware of that. The guys have so far done a very, very good job. A job that many people can identify with and that is fun. That's what we want to bring to the pitch. I hope that will work again on Sunday. If we play well, we will earn points. That is our goal.

— Stefan Leitl, head coach of Hertha BSC, on the press conference ahead of the home match against SpVgg Greuther Fürth

I don't think Hertha will sit back against us, give us the ball, and operate from a defensive pressing. It will probably be exactly like this: two teams that are prepared to press high and defend intensely. Then it's about solving these one-on-one situations, getting in behind, and beating this counter-press. We have trained that. Now we have to show that we can actually implement it.

— Frank Schmidt, Heidenheim's head coach, ahead of the match against Hertha BSC (2. Bundesliga, 2026/27 season)

The lineup ultimately sorts itself out. We have exactly 18 outfield players—and these 18 will also belong to the squad. There is still a bit of time to decide who gives us the best chance of three points. But: we do not waste minutes.

— Stefan Leitl, Hertha BSC head coach, on the press conference before the match against SpVgg Greuther Fürth

We have it in our own hands and the team is capable of performing under pressure. I am already optimistic.

— Petrik Sander, Magdeburg's coach, after the match in Franken

I expect an opponent who will offer us a more open game than in recent matches, press us higher, and present a big challenge. We need peak performances from every single player.

— Stefan Leitl, Hertha BSC head coach, at the press conference before the match with Holstein Kiel

For us, it's about winning games, which is what we are currently doing. We are in very good shape, and it would be nice to add another one on Saturday.

— Stefan Leitl, Hertha BSC head coach, speaking at the press conference ahead of the home game against 1. FC Kaiserslautern

Uwe plays very emotional and intense football. At the same time, as a coach he also has a clear philosophy and has left traces everywhere so far. We are facing a very tough opponent. But I am still glad that we will see each other again.

— Stefan Leitl, Hertha BSC coach, on the pre-match press conference before the game against VfL Bochum

"The demand is to play as a team and to achieve an improvement in performance on the pitch — just as I have become used to from my team so far," said Stefan Leitl, who as a player once played for the club from Franconia.— Stefan Leitl, head coach of Hertha BSC, at a press conference

It is up to us to start a run like the one we had in the first half of the season. In my view, we are now playing much better football. Therefore I am convinced that this will be reflected in the results eventually to a greater extent.

— Stefan Leitl at the press conference

It's about us, not the table situation. We are going to Berlin to take three points.

— Coach Christian Titz discusses his team's motivation ahead of the match against Hertha BSC.

We put in an incredible effort, but the return is not reflected in the results. That makes me angry because the boys deserve more.

— Stefan Leitl, coach of Hertha BSC, at the press conference before the away match against SV Elversberg.

Nevertheless, we need to focus a bit more on defense – because we have conceded too many goals lately.

— Stefan Leitl at the press conference before the match against SV Darmstadt 98.

It will be a big celebration for the fans with a great and special atmosphere. Despite all the joy and solidarity, it is a second division game for us, where we need sharpness and greed in absolute purity for the 90 minutes.

— Christian Eichner, head coach of KSC, about the upcoming match against Hertha BSC.

We must continue to push ourselves to the limit, then we will score points again. Of course, it is a difficult phase, but it is normal.

— DSC coach Kniat on the challenges of promotion and the importance of sticking together as a team.

It is always something special to be in Fürth. I am looking forward to this game, I am very grateful to the club and the staff there. It is also because of what we achieved together that I am now allowed to be the coach of Hertha.

— Stefan Leitl, head coach of Hertha BSC, about returning to Fürth and his gratitude for the shared past.

When you have a run like this and win games without conceding, it’s a quality that is remarkable. We have no reason to hide and want to keep up in Berlin. That’s what we take with us from this week.

— Petrik Sander, coach of FCM, discusses his team's current form ahead of the match against Hertha BSC.

It's not about positions or formations, but about how we present ourselves as a team.

— Stefan Leitl, head coach of Hertha BSC, emphasizes the importance of team performance ahead of the match against Hannover 96.