Leverkusen caused us real problems in the second 45 minutes on UEFA Champions League matchday three a fortnight ago following the introduction of Julian Baumgartlinger at half-time.
Indeed, it was only a resilient defensive display, capped by a wonder-save from Hugo Lloris to deny Javier Hernandez, that kept Leverkusen out and ensured we claimed a share of the spoils.
Now Schmidt wants his team to do something similar and put us under more pressure as we host his side at the national stadium in front of another bumper crowd.
"I think if you look at the second half in Leverkusen, we played our game and caused them problems," said Schmidt.