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90'
+ 5
Full-time: Magdeburg 4-1 Darmstadt
Incredibly, the visitors could have been two goals up at half-time yet a much more ambitious Magdeburg ran the show after the break and gained their reward with four second-half goals in 25 minutes to stun Darmstadt and move third in the standings.
Full-time
90'
Speed check: The fastest player in the game after 90 minutes
Speed check: The fastest player in the game after 90 minutes
Through high-end camera technology and machine learning, the speed of each player is evaluated in real time. Top speed then means, the fastest measured single frame of a player/game.
88'
Nearly 5-1
Kaars lays the ball off beautifully with his heel to Krempicki, who shoots narrowly wide of the far post from a half-right position at the edge of the penalty area.
86'
Darmstadt make triple change
Will Florian Kohfeldt's substitutions have any effect? Damage limitation is likely all that's left for the Lilies.
86'
Substitution
83'
Substitution
83'
Substitution
83'
Substitution
83'
FCM won't let this slip
It would take a miracle for the hosts not to win from here. After the break, it looked completely different. At that point, when they were trailing, they had only a ten percent chance of victory. What a difference a few good substitutions can make...
82'
Win Probability
Win Probability
This Match Fact documents significant changes in the probability of victory for both teams during the course of the match. The value is based on actual match play and incorporates existing Match Facts such as Expected Goals, Skill and Set-Piece Dange
55'
10.1 %
81'
99.8 %
81'
Party time for Magdeburg
Kaars intercepts a pass from Schuhen during build-up play, powers his way into the penalty area and chips the ball over the Darmstadt keeper from the edge of the six-yard box into the net.
Goal probability
Goal probability
Goal probability determines the likelihood that the ball will land in the goal from every position on the pitch. The value is based on large amounts of data from previous years; factors such as shot angle, distance to goal and opponent pressure - as well as mathematical models.
Distance to Goal
Distance to Goal
The distance to goal is measured at the time of the shot - from the position of the ball to the center of the goal.
78'
Daylight for hosts
El-Zein leaves Vukotić for dead in the penalty area after a short corner, cuts to the right and finishes clinically into the bottom right corner.
Goal probability
Goal probability
Goal probability determines the likelihood that the ball will land in the goal from every position on the pitch. The value is based on large amounts of data from previous years; factors such as shot angle, distance to goal and opponent pressure - as well as mathematical models.
Shot speed
Shot speed
Shot speed describes the maximum speed in km/h that a ball reaches in a shot on goal. The distance is measured from the location of the shot to the centre of the goal.
Distance to Goal
Distance to Goal
The distance to goal is measured at the time of the shot - from the position of the ball to the center of the goal.
76'
Substitution
75'
Deserved lead
The 2-1 is completely justified. Since the equaliser, FCM has been applying pressure and pushing Darmstadt further back. They are now also executing their counter-attacks better than before.
74'
Substitution
73'
Magdeburg hit the front
Once again, it's a quick counter-attack down the left flank. Nollenberger plays the ball back from the byline into the space behind. Burcu is perfectly positioned there and taps the ball over the line from close range.
Goal probability
Goal probability
Goal probability determines the likelihood that the ball will land in the goal from every position on the pitch. The value is based on large amounts of data from previous years; factors such as shot angle, distance to goal and opponent pressure - as well as mathematical models.
Distance to Goal
Distance to Goal
The distance to goal is measured at the time of the shot - from the position of the ball to the center of the goal.
One-man wall
© IMAGO/Franziska Gora
69'
The pressure is on
The situation remains unchanged: The Lilies must continue to rely on their goalkeeper. He has just saved another long-range shot from Nollenberger.
66'
That was close
Nollenberger is played through by Gnaka on the left side of the penalty area. He cuts inside and takes a shot, but his effort only hits the side netting.
64'
Crucial phase for Darmstadt
The visitors must now withstand the pressure. Driven on by the fans, the home side are turning up the heat. However, with the substituted Kempe, the Lilies are now drawing several fouls, which buys them time.
61'
Magdeburg turning up the heat
Goal attempts
2off target
6on target
7off target
6on target
60'
Substitution
60'
Substitution
60'
Substitution
59'
Magdeburg push for the lead
Schuhen is called upon twice. After a corner from the left, Ameachi cuts inside and shoots with his right foot towards the near post. However, the Lilies' keeper is fully alert.
56'
Equaliser for Magdeburg
In a counter-attack, Burcu holds off several opponents, cuts inside from the left, and from a central position plays in Ameachi who had made a supporting run. The striker has little trouble slotting the ball into the net unmarked.
Goal probability
Goal probability
Goal probability determines the likelihood that the ball will land in the goal from every position on the pitch. The value is based on large amounts of data from previous years; factors such as shot angle, distance to goal and opponent pressure - as well as mathematical models.
Distance to Goal
Distance to Goal
The distance to goal is measured at the time of the shot - from the position of the ball to the center of the goal.
55'
Another chance for Darmstadt
The visitors play another counter-attack down the left flank. Corredor finds Hornby in the middle once again, but under pressure, he fails to make proper contact with the ball. Goal kick for FCM.
Simple football from the Lilies
© IMAGO/Franziska Gora
50'
Magdeburg need wing play
Ameachi is clearly the danger man for FCM. The right winger repeatedly manages to hold his own against several Darmstadt players when he cuts inside. The hosts need to keep getting him involved in the game.
50'
Pressure Handling
Pressure Handling
This Match Fact examines how successfully players perform under pressure. The percentage of "solved situations" indicates how often a player has freed himself from opponent pressure by dribbling, passing, scoring a goal or drawing a foul.
80%
%
Xavier Amaechi
16 times under pressure
48'
Darmstadt get off to a better start
The Lilies have several chances to make it 2-0. Hornby lurks on a weak back pass to Reimann, but the ball is just cleared for a corner.
46'
We're back underway!
The ball is rolling again on the banks of the Elbe.
Kick-off!
45'
+ 5
Substitution
45'
+ 5
Half-time: Magdeburg 0-1 Darmstadt
A final corner yields nothing for Magdeburg, who go into the dressing room trailing. For Darmstadt, who are defending with great commitment, the lead is certainly deserved.
Half-time
45'
+ 3
Yellow card for dissent
Although Lidberg is lying on the ground in pain after an aerial duel, he can't resist demanding a yellow card for his opponent. Instead, referee Alt brandishes a yellow card against the Darmstadt player.
45'
+ 3
45'
Are Darmstadt wobbling again?
The hosts is now increasing the pressure. Amaechi cuts in from the right and tests Schuhen with a shot from the edge of the penalty area. The goalkeeper struggles to parry the shot.
41'
Cleared in the nick of time
Once again, it's a long ball from Boëtius behind the Magdeburg defensive line. Mathisen clears the high ball at the last second on the edge of the penalty area. Otherwise, Hornby would have been clean through.
39'
Players making their mark
Hornby and Boëtius have been the key players for SVD so far. In the transition, they are consistently securing the ball and dribbling past Magdeburg players.
36'
Darmstadt could be further ahead
xGoals
The xGoals value of a club is calculated from the sum of all goal probabilities (goals and shots on goal) of that team. During a match, it’s easy to see whether the club is performing better than expected (goals > xGoals) - or maybe even higher (xGoals > goals).
xGoals
0
0.18
1.59
1
Goals
33'
How will Magdeburg respond?
Manager Titz reorganises his men. Instead of the previous back three, now only two centre-backs are to take charge. Perhaps this way, the hosts will manage to put more pressure on their opponents.
30'
Goal for Darmstadt
A textbook counter-attack. After a free-kick from Magdeburg, Schuhen quickly throws the ball out. Boëtius is not challenged on the right and lofts the ball into the penalty area. Hornby holds his ground and knocks the ball over the line from close range.
30'
Speed check: The fastest player in the game after 30 minutes
Speed check: The fastest player in the game after 30 minutes
Through high-end camera technology and machine learning, the speed of each player is evaluated in real time. Top speed then means, the fastest measured single frame of a player/game.
Goal probability
Goal probability
Goal probability determines the likelihood that the ball will land in the goal from every position on the pitch. The value is based on large amounts of data from previous years; factors such as shot angle, distance to goal and opponent pressure - as well as mathematical models.
Distance to Goal
Distance to Goal
The distance to goal is measured at the time of the shot - from the position of the ball to the center of the goal.
27'
Signs of life from the Lilies
Darmstadt are beginning to show up up front once again. After a free kick from a central position, Hornby gets his head to the ball. However, the striker can't put enough power behind it.
25'
Just centimetres away
El Hankouri drives the ball forward on the right-hand side and looks for the incoming Kaars with his pass. However, the pass was played too hard for the striker to get his foot behind it.
20'
Double corner for Magdeburg
FCM manage to establish themselves deep in Darmstadt's half and force two corner kicks from the right. However, both short-played variations fail to yield any results.
18'
Darmstadt slow the pace
The directness of the first few minutes is no longer as evident. SVD take their time with throw-ins and set-pieces, aiming to disrupt the home side's rhythm.
15'
Magdeburg have possession...
Possession (%)
6337
12'
Darmstadt counter-attack
The visitors' transition play has been impressive so far. Hornby repeatedly drifts to the right wing to receive long balls. From his lay-off, a long-range shot followed shortly after, which posed no problem for Reimann.
10'
Lively opening phase
If the match continues as it has in the first few minutes, it won't remain 0-0 for long. Both teams are looking to push forward and are repeatedly creating good chances.
7'
First chance for Magdeburg
Now FCM are in the game too! Kaars is played through and tries a shot from a the left. However, the Dutchman is denied by keeper Schuhen, who heads the ball away.
6'
Lilies again
Darmstadt counter-attack down the right flank, where Hornby is played in inside the penalty area, but he can't control the ball.
3'
Chances for SVD
After a corner by López, the Lilies have two dangerous attempts on goal. Magdeburg manage to clear a header off the line!
2'
Darmstadt lying in wait
As expected, the visitors are refraining from pressing high up the pitch. They only start to engage Magdeburg just behind the halfway line.
1'
Kick-off!
The match gets underway in Magdeburg
Kick-off!
Darmstadt alter things
Lilies manager Florian Kohfeldt makes two changes to his starting eleven compared to the last match (a 2-0 home win against Schalke): Matej Maglica and Jean-Paul Boëtius play in place of Clemens Riedel (suspended) and Luka Marseiler (on the bench).
Magdeburg make changes
FCM manager Christian Titz makes three changes to his starting lineup compared to the last match (a 3-1 defeat in Karlsruhe): Heber, Musonda and Amaechi come in for Müller, El-Zein (both on the bench) and Atik (suspended).
Darmstadt starting XI
Schuhen - López, Maglica, Vukotić, Bueno - Boëtius, Müller, Papela, Corredor - Hornby, Lidberg
Magdeburg starting XI
Reimann - Hugonet, Mathisen, Heber - Musonda, Gnaka, El Hankouri, Nollenberger - Burcu, Kaars, Amaechi
Florian Kohfeldt on facing Magdeburg
"Magdeburg has a very exciting, attractive and - in a positive sense - extreme playing style. They are a team that passes the ball a lot and makes the game very wide. At the same time, they are brave and play out from the back. Against the ball, they press one-on-one across the entire pitch. This can lead to spectacular matches."
Familiar face
The last time these two met in Magdeburg, in October 2022, today's home defender Patric Pfeiffer scored the winning goal for Darmstadt. Pfeiffer spent four years with the visitors (80 appearances in Bundesliga 2) and as a regular starter in 2022/23 - he played a significant role in their promotion to the Bundesliga, also contributing four goals.
Enjoyable away trips
Darmstadt have won all four of their away matches in Magdeburg. Three of these victories ended 1-0.
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