Analysis: Struggling Hertha hoping for a miracle in delicate Berlin derby

BERLIN, Jan. 26 (Xinhua) -- Ahead of the delicate Berlin derby against local rival Union, struggling Hertha BSC is trying to spread optimism and chase away dark clouds.

Following two disappointing defeats including a devastating goal record of 1-8 after the winter break, the mood of a crisis returned somehow unexpectedly.

As if it needs some whistling in the dark, Hertha coach Sandro Schwarz outlined the