Energie Cottbus makes impact in 2. Bundesliga despite coach's dissatisfaction

Energie Cottbus has made a notable impact in the 2. Bundesliga following their promotion. Despite sitting in seventh place with eight points from six matches, the club's performance has been characterized by high-scoring, unpredictable matches, including a 4:4 draw against VfL Wolfsburg and a 3:0 win against Karlsruhe.

However, head coach Claus-Dieter Wollitz has expressed dissatisfaction with the team's start. Despite being undefeated in three games, Wollitz criticized the squad for failing to capitalize on opportunities, specifically citing a red card against St. Pauli and a loss to Greuther Fürth. He emphasized a need for greater intensity and a refusal to play defensively, stating that the team must avoid merely managing games if they wish to succeed in the league.