Tuesday was the next step in the preparations for the match against SV Werder Bremen on Saturday. Mergim Mavraj made his return to team training.

The weather on Tuesday fluctuated from cloudy to sunny, but one thing that remained constant throughout was the focus of the FC players. With the final home game coming up this Saturday against SV Werder Bremen, the training session was as intensive as ever. Fitness exercises were concluded with small-sided matches. Making his long-awaited return to team training was central defender Mergim Mavraj. “He seemed alright after training. If nothing unexpected happens on Wednesday, he is up for discussion in the weekend roster,” said FC head coach Peter Stöger.

Bremen took VfB Stuttgart apart in style on Monday night, winning with an impressive score of 6-2. Peter Stöger took notice: “I am expecting a fiery battle. The situation has not changed much for Bremen. They need points.” Although Bremen will arrive in Cologne with a fighting mentality, FC will be looking to reward their home fans in the last fixture at the RheinEnergieSTADION this season. “It is nice knowing that we no longer have our backs against the wall, but we are still very excited since it is the last home game of the season. It would be great to get the three points on Saturday. We are going to give everything we have,” said central defender Dominic Maroh.