Heidenheim manager Frank Schmidt addressed the media on Saturday after his side failed to match the intensity of a pre-match choreography organized by the club's supporters. The elaborate display, designed to inspire the team, was not reflected in the performance on the pitch, according to Schmidt.
Speaking after the match on October 31, 2026, Schmidt acknowledged the fans' effort and expressed disappointment that the players could not live up to the visual spectacle. He emphasized the need for the squad to translate such backing into results.
