No question: Dynamo has a big chunk in front of their chests on Saturday (8.30 p.m.) at Schalke. Nevertheless, the task is not hopeless!
This is proven by the last meeting of the two cult clubs in the summer of 2014: At that time, Dresden, as a third division team, knocked the Schalke Bundesliga stars away in the DFB Cup 2-1.
Two who were there at the time can still remember it well: captain Michael Hefele (31) and striker Justin Eilers (33). BILD spoke to the trophy heroes before the floodlights hit the Royal Blues.
HOW TO BEAT SCHALKE!
“We just had a lot of fun playing against such a top group,” remembers Hefele. “You were able to compete with Champions League stars like Boateng on the big stage. With the fans behind us and an incredible team spirit, we showed them that it can really hurt to play against Dynamo. “
Michael Hefele led Dynamo as captain through cup battles and promotionPhoto: picture alliance / dpa
Even if the majority of the fans in the Veltins Arena are against Dynamo this time, the strategy from back then should fit again, believes Hefele: “The guys have to soak up the atmosphere and get their fill. There is nothing better than pulling the plug away from Schalke! “
Eilers agrees, who then took the lead: “It is clear to everyone that it will be very difficult. But that was also the case with us. It is important that nobody is hiding. Then you can win games where nobody expects it. “
The clipper, who is now playing for third division Halle, continues: “Actually, Dynamo has nothing to lose. And if they give full throttle against the ball like we did back then, they don’t have a chance this time either. “