Match Previews

Wolfsburg suffered a 2-0 defeat on Friday in the Bundesliga at Leverkusen.... but enjoy a decent season so far.... maiden group-stage campaign in the Uefa Cup.... play maker Misimovic (k)(mid) expected to start.... German side Wolfsburg suffered a 2-0 defeat in the Bundesliga last Friday in the top clash away at Bayer Leverkusen. The Wolves could not follow up their strong home performance from midweek when they beat Monchengladbach with a 3-0 score in the Volkswagen-Arena. Against Leverkusen they played too passive especially in the 2nd half when the hosts found the net twice. The defeat was deserved, but should be no setback for the team of coach Magath as Wolfsburg are enjoying a decent season so far. Thursday's match at home against Dutch side Heerenveen is highly anticipated as Wolfsburg are looking forward to their maiden group-stage campaign in the Uefa Cup. The Wolves made their way into the group-stage by overcoming Rapid Bucharest in the first round. Coach Magath is considering his options which could see Costa reclaim his place in central defense. A 4-4-2 setting should be on the cards with Dzeko next to key striker Grafite in attack. The fans will be showing up in numbers to support their team as more than 29.000 tickets have been sold so far. Magath also counts on key striker Grafite to raise his game after his mediocre display against Leverkusen. Latest team news indicates that Riether switches back into his right-back position at the cost of Zaccardo which would make room for Dejagah in attacking midfield as coach Magath has plenty of quality options. Play maker Misimovic is expected to start the match as he looks to be fit from muscular problems and participated in full team training.