From 6: 0 to 0: 6 – mini-crisis at EHC Biel – Sport

Coach Leuenberger’s team has lost the last three games, with a goal difference of 4:15.

As a contender for a direct playoff spot (top 6), EHC Biel started the season brilliantly with a 6-0 victory over Lausanne. Three weeks later, things look different: Coach Lars Leuenberger’s team is 10th after 3 bankruptcies in a row. 1: 5, 3: 4, 0: 6 were the last results.

The analysis of the coach and the players is identical: “We are not efficient enough at the front and we keep them behind,” says Leuenberger. Forward Fabio Hofer said: “We are currently having a difficult time scoring our first goal. The assessment of the possibilities is not good. “

Many shots, almost no goals

Indeed: With the 6-0 on Friday in Bern, Biel registered more shots in the opposite goal (29:28). The same applies to 1: 5 against the ZSC Lions before the one-week deadline (40:30).

There are also defensive deficiencies. “At the rear, we forwards also have to help the goalkeeper more and get the rebounds,” says Hofer. His teammate Jason Fuchs adds: “It shouldn’t happen that the players go free in front of our goal. It’s a matter of care. “

Paupe disappointed

Substitute goalkeeper Elien Paupe, who played in both games against Berne, had a thankless task. The total of 10 goals conceded and the catch rate of 86% (currently the last place of all the goalkeepers in the National League) do not reflect his performance. In Tuesday’s 3: 4 vs. SCB, it was thanks to the 25-year-old Jurassier that the game stayed open until the end.

After Sunday’s cup game in Lausanne, Biel will face the important home game against the Lakers on Tuesday. A win would let New Zealanders breathe a sigh of relief, at least from a sporting perspective. The economic situation and the progress of the championship is in the hands of others. Only next week, Biel will have to do without spectators in 3 home games.