SVD Darmstadt SV Darmstadt 98 - BOC Bochum VfL Bochum 1848
Highlights
- A. Vukotić 56'
- I. Lidberg 47'
- I. Lidberg 45' +1'
- 34' M. Broschinski
- I. Lidberg 5'
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90'
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Darmstadt 4-1 Bochum
Full time in Darmstadt! The Lilies have made a perfect start to the season. After a balanced first half, the hostswere extremely efficient in the early stages of the second half and pulled away. Bochum never recovered from the two conceded goals and conceded four goals in their opening match of Bundesliga 2 for the first time. Darmstadt's Lidberg was the match-winner with his hat-trick!
Full-time
0:22
Note-taking at the Lilies
90'
+ 2
Added time
Six minutes are added on due to numerous interruptions.
90'
+ 2
90'
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Horn prevents a fifth
Klassen crosses from the left to the far post. Hornby heads it towards the near corner, but Horn is there to save it.
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.
86'
Hat-trick hero departes
Lidberg leaves the pitch to rapturous applause as Lakenmacher comes on for him. Güler is now joining the action too!
85'
Papela from distance
Papela is not challenged and tries a shot from about 25 metres out. The ball sails over the Bochum goal.
85'
Substitution
85'
Substitution
84'
Another substitution for Bochum
Lenz makes his professional debut for Bochum.
83'
Substitution
78'
Can Bochum come back?
The momentum has dropped a bit. Bochum are keeping possession amongst themselves but currently aren't creating any dangerous chances in front of the Lilies' goal.
76'
Substitution
75'
Deadly efficient Darmstadt
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
4
1.62
1.29
1
Goals
Lidberg makes the difference
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71'
Kohfeldt strengthens the defence
Debutant Richter is replaced by another centre-back in Maglica
69'
Substitution
68'
Bero arrives late
The Bochum player catches Nürnberger on the foot
68'
Bochum again!
Hecking's team is pushing for their second goal. Lovely cross from the right to the head of Clairicia, who heads just wide of the left post from a good position.
67'
That should have brought Bochum back into
Ibrahim Sissoko immediately has a huge chance to equalise. After a cross from the right, he escapes Riedel at the far post but doesn't connect with the ball properly. His outside-of-the-boot finish from just three yards out rolls past the right post.
65'
Substitution
65'
Double substitution for VfL
That was the last action for Hofmann. Strompf also leaves the pitch. In their place, both Ibrahima and Ibrahim Sissoko are now on the pitch for Bochum. Wätjen is now also part of the action.
65'
Substitution
63'
Bochum don't give up
Bochum establish themselves in the Lilies' penalty area. However, Hofmann misses the pass to the middle and shoots from a tight angle. His attempt hits the side netting.
62'
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%
%
Ibrahima Sissoko
10 times under pressure
61'
Bad start for Bochum
In their 17th Bundesliga 2 season, Bochum have conceded four goals in their opening match for the first time.
60'
Could have been more
After a corner from Wittek, Hofmann gets to the header relatively unchallenged, but can't get enough power behind the ball.
57'
Another corner, another goal!
It's getting worse for Bochum. Nürnberger delivers a corner from the left side onto the head of Vukotić. The centre-back heads the ball towards the Bochum goal from about ten yards out. Horn cannot save the slightly deflected ball. Is that the decider?
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.
53'
Commotion in the Bochum penalty area
After a free kick is chipped into the box, Hofmann extends his arm in the penalty area and makes punishable contact with the ball. Lucky for Hofmann, Darmstadt's Pfeiffer was offside beforehand.
53'
SituationNo penalty
ReviewPrevious offside?
DecisionNo penalty
51'
Another booking
Sissoko extends his arm in a challenge against Marseiler and catches the Darmstadt player in the face. A yellow card is the result.
48'
Hat-trick!
After some chaois in the Bochum penalty area, the ball ends up in the net! After a corner from Nuremberg, Vukotić heads the ball to Klefisch. His shot from close range is saved by Horn, but the ball rebounds off Lidberg's shin, who completes his hat-trick.
48'
SituationGoal
ReviewOffside?
DecisionGoal
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.
46'
Substitutions on both sides
Both teams make like-for-like substitutions, with Bochum goalscorer Broschinski no longer on the pitch.
46'
We're back underway!
The second half is go!
Kick-off!
Short-lived joy
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45'
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Substitution
45'
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Substitution
Half-time
45'
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Half-time: Darmstadt 2-1 Bochum
The Lilies and Bochum are putting on a great advertisement for Bundesliga 2 here! Lidberg gave the hosts an early lead. Bochum were briefly shocked, only to find their way into the match and equalise through Broschinski. Afterwards, both goalkeepers prevented further goals, before Lidberg struck again just before the break. Can Bochum come back again after the break?
45'
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Darmstadt lead again!
Just before the break, the Lilies strike again! Riedel finds Richter with a beautiful diagonal ball. His cross is headed onto the post by Hornby. Lidberg is perfectly positioned and converts the rebound from close range to restore Darmstadt's lead!
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.
44'
Bochum come again!
Rösch plays the ball to Hofmann in the centre. The Bochum striker turns and curls the ball from just under 20 metres in a central position narrowly past the left post.
43'
Wrestling in midfield
Vukotić and Hofmann look like they are about to don WWE costumes as they get into a tussle while lying on the ground. Both get away with a warning.
41'
Vogt is there!
Marseiler looks for Lidberg at the front with a deep ball from the half-space. Vogt is there just in time to clear with the tip of his boot ahead of the Lilies striker who was ready to shoot.
39'
It's getting more intense
There's plenty on offer in Darmstadt today, not just in terms of football. The match is becoming increasingly hard-fought. The result is many interruptions to play during this phase.
34'
Bochum draw level!
After a long ball from Vogt, an inattentive Pfeiffer allows Broschinski to steal the ball from him, run alone towards Schuhen and slot in the deserved equaliser. The Lilies claim an alleged foul by the goalscorer, but referee Burda rightly allows Broschinski's physical challenge.
34'
SituationGoal
ReviewPrevious foul?
DecisionGoal
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.
32'
Bochum back in it
The visitors now have almost 60% possession and are winning 55% of the duels. The match is now an open exchange of blows.
30'
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Speed check: The fastest player in the game after 30 minutes
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27'
Horn the hero!
Both keepers are doing a really good job here! After a corner, Akiyama gets the ball at the penalty spot and shoots. Horn is lightning quick to get down and somehow deflects the ball onto the post. Bochum then manage to clear it - that was a brilliant save from the Bochum goalkeeper!
25'
Plenty of action in Darmstadt!
After initial difficulties, Bochum are now well in the match and would have deserved the equaliser. Overall, the spectators are witnessing a very attractive game to start the season.
23'
Schuhen saves again!
Bochum are fully in the game now! Once again it's Schuhen in the Darmstadt goal who prevents the equaliser. Pannewig shoots from about 20 metres in a central position, but his slightly deflected attempt is denied by the Lilies' goalkeeper, who spectacularly tips the ball over the crossbar.
Deserved lead!
© IMAGO/Thomas Voelker
18'
Another booking
Morgalla arrives late against Richter and is rightfully shown a yellow card!
15'
Schuhen!
A tremendous save from the Lilies' keeper! Vukotić loses the ball to Broschinski in front of the penalty area. The Bochum striker marches into the box, cuts inside and fires a low shot. Schuhen stretches full length and turns the ball around the post!
15'
Vukotić placed perfectly
Bochum counter-attack and become dangerous for the first time. Strompf is played in by Sissoko. His shot from the right in the penalty area is blocked by Vukotić.
12'
Double chance for the Lilies
Darmstadt play it long as Marseiler chases down a long ball and immediately tries to finish. His shot from a difficult angle goes well over the bar. Shortly after, a shot from Lidberg is blocked.
11'
How will Bochum respond?
At the moment, Bochum seem a bit shocked by the early deficit. Going forward, they've done little so far, while defensively they have their hands full.
10'
Lilies remain lively
Riedel has impressed so far and delivers a cross into the penalty area. Hornby rises highest in the centre but heads the ball wide of the right post from about ten yards out.
7'
Late from Nürnberger
The Darmstadt player catches Rösch on the foot and is shown a yellow card.
5'
Darmstardt dart into lead!
A lovely combination has put the Lilies in front! Riedel plays to Hornby in the centre, who immediately threads it through to Lidberg. The striker doesn't hesitate to smash the ball from the right n into the roof of 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.
3'
Corner series
Bochum get the first corner of the match. Lidberg manages to clear it but then collides with Pfeiffer. Both receive brief treatment but are able to continue.
1'
Let's go!
We're underway in Darmstadt.
Kick-off!
Riedel replaces López
There has been a last-minute change to the Lilies' starting eleven. Riedel comes in for López, who is out due to illness.
Vogt back with Bochum after long break
On 20 April 2012, Kevin Vogt played his last match in Bundesliga 2, back when he was a 20-year-old youngster - scoring for Bochum in the 1-1 draw against Cottbus. Shortly afterwards he left the club, and has now returned after 13 years and 353 Bundesliga matches for various sides.
Who will break the opening day curse?
Darmstadt have lost on matchday 1 in each of the last five years, while the same applies to Bochum in the last four years. The Lilies last won a season opener in 2018, while Bochum last started a season with three points in 2016.
Four new players at Bochum
Dietmar Hecking has selected four new signings with Vogt, Morgalla, Rösch and Strompf. The attack has a more familiar look to it.
Two new signings in the Lilies' starting eleven
In Akiyama and Richter, who was only signed from Mainz on Thursday, two new faces start for Darmstadt
Florian Kohfeldt on facing Bochum
"I feel total excitement. We're facing one of the top promotion contenders right at the start. They have lots of great players and their set-piece takers are top quality – and that can be a decisive factor in a tight league. That's why set pieces will play an important role at the weekend."
Dieter Hecking on facing Darmstadt
"You could see in recent weeks that the team has found itself. With so many new signings, we wanted to bring everyone together quickly and form a unit. We're still thinking about two or three positions for Saturday."
Advantage Hecking
As a head coach, Dieter Hecking has never lost at the Böllenfalltor (W2, D2), and is also unbeaten in three encounters against Florian Kohfeldt (W1, D2).
Hofmann haunts the Lilies
Philipp Hofmann has scored six times in his last six second division matches against Darmstadt and nine in total. It's his best record against all opponents he's faced.
History favours Bochum
The Lilies won the last Bundesliga 1 encounter 3-1 in April 2021. It was also their only victory in their last 10 competitive matches against Bochum (D4, L5).
Two years ago
Darmstadt and Bochum last met in the 2023/24 Bundesliga, with VfL winning 2-1 at the Stadion am Böllenfalltor thanks to Takuma Asano's brace, while the match at the Vonovia Ruhrstadion ended in a 2-2 draw.
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