Jurmand: To play to the team s characteristics and strive for victory, beware of Eindhoven s fierce attack

Hupu September 30th News The Champions League returns to Bayer Arena! At 3 a.m. on Wednesday, October 2, Leverkusen will face Eredivisie Eindhoven at home in the second round of the 2025/26 Champions League group stage. At the pre-match press conference, head coach Yuermande and defender Tapsoba made it clear that the team will adhere to their own style of play and strive for victory, while maintaining a high level of vigilance against the visiting team's offensive style.

Juermand said: "Our focus is to show ourselves and play the way we want. We will do our best to win." He revealed that in the preparation process, assistant coach Meyer (who once coached Nijmegen of Eredivisie) and new midfielder Tilman (from Eindhoven) provided important information and details to help the team better understand their opponents. Jurmand also emphasized: "We hope to give every player the best development environment. If all the potential is achieved, this team can achieve great things."

Tapsoba talked about former Leverkusen coach and current Eindhoven coach Boss: "He has always been brave enough to take risks and have a clear offensive style. We know the game will be very intense and ready." He added: "As a defender, my goal is always to win and keep a clean score. It would be better if I can score like I did against Sao Paulo, but the most important thing is victory."

Currently Eindhoven ranked second in the Dutch Eredivisie, and lost 1-3 to Belgian champion Saint Giros in the first round of the Champions League group stage. Leverkusen hopes to score three-pointers with his home advantage and further strengthen the team spirit that is gradually forming within the team.