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Greuther Fürth Faces Relegation: Vogel All-In, Futkeu to Play Freely

After a 0-1 loss in the first leg of the relegation playoff against RW Essen, Greuther Fürth is on the brink of dropping to the 3. Liga. Coach Heiko Vogel is calling for an all-in mentality in the return leg on Tuesday, while striker Noel Futkeu is expected to play with more freedom.

Greuther Fürth Faces Relegation: Vogel All-In, Futkeu to Play Freely
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According to Bavarian Broadcasting, Greuther Fürth faces the most important game of the season. After a 0-1 defeat in the first leg of the relegation playoff against Rot-Weiss Essen, the second-division club is threatened with relegation to the 3. Liga.

Hopes rest on striker Noel Futkeu. The forward is expected to play with more freedom in the return leg on Tuesday. Coach Heiko Vogel is demanding an all-in mentality from his team to secure survival.

Source: BR