Hansa Rostock faces defensive test against Rot-Weiss Essen

Hansa Rostock faces a significant defensive challenge as they prepare to play Rot-Weiss Essen in the 3. Liga. The team continues to operate without a permanent head coach, with interim duo Yannic Thiel and Adam Susac managing the sidelines.

Hansa Rostock currently possesses one of the league's most vulnerable defenses, having conceded 14 goals. Team captain Marco Schuster attributed recent struggles to a lack of emotion and intensity on the pitch, noting that the defensive issues are weighing on the players' confidence.

Co-trainer Yannic Thiel has suggested that increasing bravery during ball possession may help alleviate defensive pressure by allowing the team to control more of the game. The upcoming match against an offensively strong Essen side serves as a critical test for the squad's stability.