Wolfsburg. There are plenty of clichés in football, and one states: The next game is always the most important. In the case of VfL, this rings true. Wolfsburg will face RB Leipzig on Saturday. This match represents more than just a benchmark; with a victory, the Niedersachsen could make a significant statement and make a strong comeback in the race for a spot in the international competitions. Additionally, they would plunge their former idol and Leipzig’s new managing director, Marcel Schäfer, into a major crisis, triggering discussions about the future of ambitious manager Marco Rose in Leipzig.
Speaking of Schäfer, it will be interesting to see how the VfL fans, who travel to Leipzig on Saturday, will greet the club legend. Will there be boos, maybe even hostile banners? Or will he receive warm applause from the man who contributed to the club’s history for 17 years, winning both the championship and the cup? And how will Schäfer react if an RB player scores against his beloved club? Will he clench his fists? Jump excitedly from his seat, or remain expressionless to avoid upsetting his former employers and their fans? There are many intriguing questions leading up to the clash between Leipzig and VfL. It promises to be an entertaining afternoon of football.
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