Borussia Mönchengladbach fans are daring to dream of DFB-Pokal glory! Ahead of their Round of 16 clash against FC St. Pauli, a BILD poll reveals a surprising level of optimism amongst the Gladbach faithful.
Gladbach Fans Believe!
The poll, which garnered over 21,000 responses, asked fans how far they believe Borussia can go in this season's Pokal. The results? A striking 21% believe the Foals can lift the trophy, echoing their 1995 triumph over Wolfsburg!
Another 7% are confident of a trip to Berlin for the final, even if they don't see Gladbach ultimately winning. A further 24% predict a semi-final appearance, while a significant 35% believe the journey will end in the quarter-finals, a fate similar to their 2023/24 campaign.
But what about the pessimists? Well, even they are outnumbered by the dreamers, highlighting a surge of hope surrounding Eugen Polanski's squad.
The Road Ahead
Gladbach faces a tough test against St. Pauli (currently 17th in the Bundesliga) on Tuesday (18:00/Sky). A win would propel them into the quarter-finals, just three victories away from a Berlin final. Can they pull it off? Only time will tell!
Remember the 4-0 Victory?
Just four weeks ago, Gladbach dominated St. Pauli with a resounding 4-0 victory. Can they replicate that performance in this crucial cup tie? The fans certainly hope so!
The match promises to be a thrilling encounter, with Gladbach looking to capitalize on the fans' belief and St. Pauli aiming to cause an upset. Buckle up, football fans!