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Bochum Faces Relegation Decider Against Heidenheim in Bundesliga Survival Fight

A loss for Bochum on Friday will confirm their automatic relegation, with both teams rallying fans and emotions ahead of the critical showdown.

Anthony Losilla (l.) und Ex-St. Pauli-Profi Jakov Medic müssen gegen Heidenheim gewinnen.
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Overview

  • VfL Bochum, currently bottom of the Bundesliga, must win against 16th-placed 1. FC Heidenheim to keep their survival hopes alive.
  • Bochum trails Heidenheim by four points, with three matches remaining, making Friday’s game pivotal in the relegation battle.
  • The recent court ruling on the Köpenick scandal awarded Bochum two points, extending their slim chance of avoiding relegation.
  • Both coaches emphasize mental resilience, with Bochum’s Hecking expressing confidence in victory and Heidenheim’s Schmidt urging emotional and combative play.
  • Heidenheim has mobilized 6,000 fans under the slogan 'Alle in Rot,' while 3,000 Bochum supporters attended the team’s final training session to show their support.