Michael Frey: Fight hard until the end

Michael Frey on…

…the defeat in Frankfurt:
We had more chances than our opponents and overall, we played well. It’s very frustrating to then go on to lose 3-0, because the result doesn’t reflect the game. But, I’m focused on the positives: we created chances and didn’t allow our opponents many. That won’t change the result, but it’s something we can build on. 

…his debut:
I’m glad that the coach brought me on for a few minutes. I had trained just once with the team and had only been with the team for a day. I nearly scored at the end as well.

…the challenges ahead:
We need points. That’s the only thing that matters. Over my first few days at Schalke, I’ve witnessed a team that gives everything and that sticks together. That’s why I’m certain that we will be rewarded sooner rather than later. 

…his goals:
As someone from Switzerland, it was always my dream to play in the Bundesliga. I’m here to help the team and the club. I will give my best every day in order to help us be successful. We want to secure safety. I really believe that we will be able to do so. FC Schalke 04 are a big club, and they belong in the Bundesliga. 

…his qualities:
I’m always looking to score. I think you could see that in Frankfurt already. I scored over 40 goals during the last two years in Belgium. I also never stop fighting until the final whistle blows.

…familiarity with a relegation battle:
I know what it’s like to be in a similar situation from my time in Beveren and Nürnberg. At FCN back then, we only survived the relegation play-off against Ingolstadt in added time. It wasn’t a coincidence, however, as we believed we would be able to pull it off right until the end.  

…a familiar face in the team:
Cedric Brunner is a good friend of mine. We played together at FC Zürich in the past. Before I joined the club, I texted him and said that we’d be teammates once again soon. He was also very excited by that.