Hertha Berlin out to dispel gloom before derby, Bayern games

Published January 17, 2022 6:44 AM

By CIARÁN FAHEY
AP Sports Writer

BERLIN (AP) — Hertha Berlin fans are bracing themselves for yet more disappointment ahead of a daunting week against city rival Union Berlin and Bavarian powerhouse Bayern Munich. Hertha hosts in-form Union in the third round of the German Cup on Wednesday, then league leader Bayern in the Bundesliga on Sunday. Injuries, the coronavirus, and the upheaval caused by the high turnover of players amid another coaching change have complicated Hertha’s bid to emerge from its stubborn years-long cycle of underachievement. Hertha on Saturday could only manage a scoreless draw against Wolfsburg – a team that had lost its last eight games across all competitions.

Article Topic Follows: AP National Sports

Jump to comments ↓

Associated Press

BE PART OF THE CONVERSATION

ABC 17 News is committed to providing a forum for civil and constructive conversation.

Please keep your comments respectful and relevant. You can review our Community Guidelines by clicking here

If you would like to share a story idea, please submit it here.