Freiburg head into their Europa League quarter-final second leg with a commanding 3-0 lead, but coach Julian Schuster is demanding his team hit the 'reset button' ahead of their trip to Celta Vigo. This historic European run for the German club has them on the cusp of the semi-finals, with a potential final in Istanbul on May 20th within sight.

Despite the comfortable cushion, Schuster is refusing to look past Thursday's challenge. "We have taken an important first and big step—but nothing more," the coach emphasized. He warned of a fiercely motivated Celta side, stating, "You can imagine with what focus, with what energy and with what belief 11 players will be standing opposite us on the pitch."

The stakes are monumental for Freiburg. A victory not only books a semi-final spot against Real Betis or Braga but also keeps alive the dream of Champions League qualification, a prize awarded to the Europa League winner that the club has never experienced.

For Celta Vigo, the mission is daunting. Coach Claudio Giráldez acknowledged the need for a near-perfect performance, saying, "We'll have to be perfect or close to it to come back from behind." Freiburg will be bolstered by the return of midfielder Johan Manzambi from a knock, as they aim to stay focused and secure their place in the history books.