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Runjaic definitely caused Kaiserslautern's resurgence

It seems that Kaiserslautern have made the right decision about their new coach, as the results have been coming in under Runjaic's supervision. Their potential win in Bielefeld would only make them gain in confidence

Arminia won't happily think back on their away match in Cottbus, where they eventually caved in under the pressure of being two goals behind in the final minutes. Still, that wasn't such a big deal for them since they continue to hold a strong position in the top of the table.

- I am very pleased with how many points we've got so far, but we have to remain realistic and not insist on high expectations. Our primary goal is to continue to fight to stay in the league - coach Stefan Kramer said recently.

They've not lost once at home, but tonight that winning streak is going to be put to the test, seeing as the away side have been transformed into an entirely new team under the new manager. Kramer is also aware that this match doesn't come at the right time:

- They are one of the best coordinated league teams, they've been on form recently and have had a few great games and results, and the last win over Muenchen is particularly impressive. We will have to fight at our maximum level if we're to counter their actions, knowing that we can be tricky against any opponent.

Kaiserslautern's triumph against Muenchen could have been more than 3-0 had they not hit the woodwork three times. Kosta Runjaic definitely brought changes to the locker room, as evidenced by striker Karim Matmour:

- We're having fun playing football again. The new coach has invigorated the team and changed a few things in tactics, which proved to be good.

Their football is much more offensive and they take more risks than during the reign of former coach Fode, especially on the sides. The atmosphere is great following their winning streak, and they're blunt about wanting the three points today, their respect for the opponent notwithstanding.

- We played a good game against Munich, we kept the same level for 90 minutes, it was just another step forward. Now we can go to Bielefeld feeling good, it's an important game because we want have another good result before the international break, we will start the game with maximum concentration - said midfielder Alexander Ring and Runjaic added:

- We can only salute Arminia for what they've done so far, they've definitely been a pleasant surprise, they always come out with a passion and fighting spirit, and their togetherness is their strongest weapon. But if we focus on how to play our game, we will have the right to believe that we can get our points in Bielefeld.

There will probably be no changes to the away side's line-up, and not only because their injury list is still the same. Midfielder Jerat is the only player doubtful to perform for the home side.

The previous stats will not give a base for this bet, since Kaiserslautern scored only two goals in away games, and Arminia haven't not yet lost at home. But I will follow the logic that the away team have started playing in accordance to their true quality with the arrival of their new coach, and that it is time for them to reach success to play according with their true quality, are simply a better at the away game. In case they play today they way they know, the hosts, despite their tenacity, should not escape defeat. In the end, Arminia's position on the ladder is not real and objectively it is only a matter of time when their fall would arrive. After all, until recently they have been playing in the third league, and it is hard to believe that they can they can stay in the upper echelons of the table in the long run.