Borussia Mönchengladbach starts the new season with a clear plan. Coach Eugen Polanski has ambitious goals after a disappointing 14th place in the Bundesliga (30 points, 7 wins, 9 draws, 13 losses). The 40-year-old wants the team to play more vertically and aims for 12th place as a minimum. „We must be uncomfortable for ourselves to be uncomfortable for the opponent“, Polanski says in an interview with RP.
How did Polanski react to the criticism?
Polanski was surprised by the harsh criticism on social media. „I was quite surprised at how quickly things move in football“, he admits. Despite the negative voices, he remains confident: „Honest criticism comes from the innermost circle. I do everything 24/7 to make us successful.“
What are Polanski’s goals for the new season?
The coach wants to significantly improve Borussia in the upcoming season. „We must be more variable in our build-up play and create more scoring chances“, he explains. With a vertical game and better passing, the team should become stronger. 12th place is the minimum goal, but Polanski hopes for more: „I say that 12th place is the minimum goal. And that I will do everything to get the maximum out of it.“
How does Polanski see Borussia’s football?
Polanski wants a more aggressive game with more depth. „Through vertical passes, driving into depth, recognizing spaces or creating overload situations“, he describes his vision. The preparation should be tough to put pressure on the opponent. The next game against SC Freiburg (February 6, 2027) will show if the plans work.
