Overview

• St. Pauli faces RB Leipzig in the DFB-Pokal's second round, with the match scheduled for Tuesday evening.
• Coach Alexander Blessin emphasizes the importance of optimal performance and recovery, given the team's tight schedule of three games in seven days.
• Blessin responds to criticism over the team's travel choice, stating it allows players to sleep at home and recover better before the match.
• Despite available train and bus options, the coach justifies the flight as a professional decision to enhance team readiness.
• St. Pauli is considered the underdog against the Champions League team, but Blessin is confident after a previous draw with Leipzig.