“The only one who can master such a hammer task”

Krassimir Balakow fully trusts his ex-coach Felix Magath with the rescue mission at Hertha BSC. “Felix Magath is the only one who can master such a hammer task,” said the former Stuttgart professional table football-Interview.

“Who else would even accept such a job? Of course there are no guarantees. But if anyone can save Hertha, it’s him.”

Balakow once worked at VfB Stuttgart as a player and assistant coach under Magath. “Whoever follows him will be rewarded. He has made many players great,” said the 55-year-old: “Anyone who is ready to perform will not find it difficult with him. His demands are high, but they also automatically raise the level of every player.”

Of course, he also knows that the young generation of professionals ticks differently “than we did 20 years ago,” says Balakov, “but they are usually no less willing to perform.” And Magath will tease this performance out of them: “Maximum professionalism is the key. And he will take care of that.”