Hamburger SV Secures First Victory of the Season

A Long-Awaited Win in the Bundesliga

After a challenging beginning to their season, Hamburger SV finally celebrated their inaugural victory, defeating their relegation-threatened opponents, Heidenheim, with a score of 2-1 on Saturday. This marked their first win in Germany’s top division in seven years.

As the final whistle sounded, a sense of relief enveloped the Volksparkstadion.

Coach’s Sentiments

HSV’s head coach, Merlin Polzin, expressed his relief and joy in an interview with DAZN after the match.

“Once the match concluded, a huge burden was lifted off my shoulders,” he stated.

He further commented, “The excitement is overwhelming. It’s clear that HSV had been yearning for a Bundesliga win for quite some time, making this home celebration even sweeter.”

Polzin acknowledged the challenge of the match, referring to it as a “hard-fought victory.” He emphasized the ongoing development of the team, stating, “This is a journey that requires patience. The second goal showcased a collaboration involving four new players, and I’m thrilled that they received recognition for their effort.”

Team Spirit

Wing-back Miro Muheim also shared his pride in the team’s performance.

“We managed to score, created numerous opportunities, and right now we’re ecstatic—our fans share in that joy,” he conveyed to Sky.

He added, “I want to commend the team for our approach to the game. We truly battled for those three points, and we earned them in the end.”