1860 München - FC St. Pauli

 Pauli when two of the traditional teams meet each other. Therefore it is a big chance for both teams this evening to climb up to third place. St. Pauli has already 28 Points and can enter third place with a draw while 1860 Munich has one Point less and need a win here to get the position. Nevertheless it can be a good opportunity for both to return big into promotion race but both had failed huge in the past above all if they are close to it. This time one of the teams reach it anyway. According to last matches both are in great shape with winning almost all, 1860 with four wins in a row while St. Pauli wins 3 of the last 4. Overall exciting 90 minutes can be expected in any case. 

Because 1860 Munich had always problems in the past when offered the chance to climb up to a promotion place Coach Friedhelm Funkel said that he do not look at the table, he wants the focus only on this match and allow no excuses again. Also he wants to see a concentrated and self confident team, only the same as in the past few weeks. A very important player in recent matches was Dominik Stahl, who could score in all recent 4 matches, but a small question mark behind his use according to team news. However, the latest forecast was positive, so it is expected that he can play in central midfield alongside Stark. Also long time unsuccessful striker Lauth begins again in attack although it would be very helpful when he can end his bad run. No changes expected compared to last week.

St. Pauli’s interim coach Roland Vrabec, who with another success in Munich, rises his chances for the job as head coach. But nevertheless he is probably very close anyway after three convincing wins. Compared to the last 2-0 win at Aue he wants to change maybe on two positions. Although young attacker Gregoritsch surprised by his premiere in starting lineup he move out of the team and instead of him Christopher Nöthe is expected beside Fin Bartels. Additional more options in offensive with John Verhoek who is fit again and should be an alternative in attack as well. Besides Gregoritsch also Kringe could remain on bench if Vrabec decides to let youngster Maier start against his former club. As the youngster could be very motivated and give St. Pauli’s team an additional boost.