H96 Hannover Hannover - KSV Kiel Holstein Kiel

H96
3
KSV
1
Heinz von Heiden Arena(32,400 Spectators)
whistleKonrad Viktor Moritz Oldhafer
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Full-time: Hannover 3-1 Holstein Kiel

All in all, it's a thoroughly deserved home victory for the 96ers. The first half from the hosts was particularly strong. Only in the minutes after Kiel's goal to pull one back was there any tension in the air, but after it went to 3-1, the situation was clear again. Hannover can now celebrate a well-earned three points.
Full-time
90'
+ 2

That could have been another goal!

Almost out of nowhere, Taibi breaks through completely free and runs towards Weiner. He is caught up by Zec and therefore cannot finish ideally. Weiner saves!
90'
+ 1

Stoppage time is underway

There will be four minutes added on. Will we see a fifth goal?
90'

Speed check: The fastest player in the game after 90 minutes

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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'

Harres's race is run

The goalscorer has run himself into the ground and is replaced by Müller for the final minutes.
87'

Narrow miss

Leopold tries to set up Nielsen with a chip from the right side, but he doesn't reach the ball in the six-yard box.
84'

Fresh legs

Kiel also bring on a veteran: The 35-year-old Schwab replaces the 23-year-old Kelati.
82'

Goalscorer makes way

Källman is replaced by the veteran Nielsen in the striker position.
0:17
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The momentum is back with the hosts

They briefly faltered and gave Kiel hope again, but now they're combining well and nearly score again! Yokoto plays a one-two with Källman and then has a free shot from the edge of the penalty area - but he puts the ball wide to the right!
78'

Is that the decisive moment?!

The substitute scores during Kiel's period of pressure! Kokolo is sent deep down the left wing and delivers a pin-point cross in front of goal, where Thórdarson only needs to stick out his foot!
Goal probability
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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.
63 %
Distance to Goal
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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.
6.63 m
77'

Another substitution

Blank now replaces Okon in central defence.
77'

Substitution

75'

Can they get another?

For a long time, they looked like the clear losers here, but now Kiel only need one more goal to equalise. They have been significantly more active in the last few minutes.
72'

Triple substitution

Titz needs new impetus now and brings on three new players with Kokolo, Taibi and Thórdarson.
68'

Kiel score out of nowhere!

The situation doesn't seem particularly threatening, as Harres is standing about 20 metres from the goal with his back to it. He then simply fires a shot on the turn and buries the ball unstoppably into the left side of the net! Kiel are back in it!
68'

Phil Harres

GOAL!

2:1
Phil Harres
Goal probability
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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.
7 %
Shot speed
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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.
91.16 km/h
Distance to Goal
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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.
19.48 m
66'

Offensive substitution

Attacking midfielder Therkelsen comes on for the rather defensive-minded Meffert.
65'

Should Hannover have three?

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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).
According to xGoals, a third goal would be well deserved by now.
xGoals
2
3.13
0.32
0
Goals
0:27
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They're pushing for another!

Aseko drives the ball from midfield with an impressive dribble all the way into the penalty area. He lays it off to Yokota, who passes to Saad. The Tunisian has a chance from a tight angle on the right side of the box, but Weiner makes himself big and saves it!
60'

Strong stats

The Dane has been able to win almost 70 per cent of his 13 pressure situations.
60'

Pressure Handling

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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.
69%
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Kasper Davidsen
13 times under pressure
Kasper Davidsen
57'

Lucky escape for Okon!

After a Kiel cross from the left side, the centre-back tries to clear the ball but sends it towards his own goal! Noll is alert and manages to prevent it from going in.
54'

Back come Hannover

The home side have settled into the second half and are dominating the match once more. Yokota misses a good chance at the far post, taking Saad's cross on the volley but firing well over the bar!
52'

Tactical Foul by Davidsen

The Dane has to pull Oudenne's shirt to prevent a counter-attack. Yellow card!
49'

Kiel much improved

Rapp seems to have given his men a boost during half-time. The Storks are now pressing higher up the pitch, looking more aggressive and motivated!
46'

We're back underway!

Kiel return to the pitch having made one change at the break - with Jakupović on for Niehoff. Hannover remain unchanged.
Kick-off!
Half-time
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Half-time: Hannover 2-0 Holstein Kiel

After a strong first half, Hannover deservedly lead 2-0 here. They can only blame themselves for not having scored the decisive third goal yet - there were plenty of chances. Kiel have been too limited in the final third so far. We'll be back shortly!
45'
+ 4

The first Kiel attempt

After a free kick from the half-space, Zec rises high and heads the ball from five metres out. The attempt is too central, allowing Noll to catch it.
45'
+ 1

Stoppage time is underway

After several interruptions, there will be six minutes of added time.
45'

Almost the third!

Football at last: Hannover comes down the left flank, a cross into the penalty area is laid off perfectly by Neubauer to Saad, who has a clear shooting lane from about ten metres out. His shot is deflected and sails over the bar.
43'

Harres booked

He catches Aseko with his studs on the foot and sees yellow for it!
43'

Little flow to the game at the moment

In the last few minutes, the match has been repeatedly interrupted by injuries.
40'

Noll is now receiving treatment

Tomiak is back, but now the goalkeeper needs help from the medical department. He seems to have done something to his thigh...
38'

Head injury

In the next action, Tomiak collides with Aseko and stays down. He is currently receiving treatment, but will likely be able to continue playing shortly.
34'

Tomiak fortunate?

The Hannover defender is in a foot race with Harres and then stretches out his leg. He probably makes slight contact with the ball first and then the Kiel striker; otherwise, it would have been a red card for denying a clear goal-scoring opportunity as the last man!
34'
Video Assistant RefereeVideo Assistant Referee
SituationNo red card
ReviewFoul?
DecisionNo card
0:28
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Almost 3-0!

Saad dribbles brilliantly up the left flank, plays a one-two with Yokota in the penalty area and then tries to place it into the left corner from ten metres out. The ball whizzes past the left post...that was very close indeed!
30'

Speed check: The fastest player in the game after 30 minutes

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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.
1.
David Zec
David Zec31.97km/h
2.
Noel Aseko Nkili
Noel Aseko Nkili31.79km/h
29'

Hannover well in control

They are now radiating a lot of confidence, and the ball is being moved around nicely. Kiel are trying to press a bit earlier, but the ball-secure Leopold and Co. are not getting flustered.
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one-way traffic

While the home side are creating plenty of chances and have already been successful twice, Kiel haven't even had an attempt yet!
24'

Aggressive start

So far, it has taken Hannover just under eleven seconds to win the ball back, while for Kiel it has taken almost 20 seconds on average.
24'

Ball Recovery Time

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Ball Recovery Time
Ball Recovery Time gives the time in seconds in which it takes a team to win back the ball following a loss of possession. It also allows conclusions to be drawn about a team's style of play. Only time when the ball is in play is counted (i.e. no breaks in play such as for goal-kicks, throw-ins etc).
H96
KSV
11.3 s
19.9 s
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Hannover double their lead - with some luck!

It's definitely deserved, but the build-up was fortunate. Aseko leads the counter-attack himself, then slips the ball through to Källman, who has a free shot from the right side of the penalty area. His attempt rebounds off the right post back to Aseko, who then puts the ball into the net at the second attempt!
21'
Noel Aseko Nkili
Goal probability
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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.
93 %
Distance to Goal
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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.
6.62 m
18'

Another shot from the hosts

The match is trending in one clear direction. Saad drives forward on the left side and then passes to Aseko. He tries from the edge of the penalty area, but leans back and therefore misses the target.
14'

The first yellow card

Zec stops Källman in the nick of time, who otherwise would have had a clear path to goal.
13'

Penalty appeal

The ball is moving really well again. On the left wing, Oudenne cuts into the penalty area and receives a slight push from Kelati five metres in front of the goal. The 96ers immediately throw their arms up, but play continues.
11'

How will Kiel respond?

The Storks haven't got going at all yet. Currently, they're trying to bring some calm into their game with possession.
8'

Another big chance!

Neubauer is sent away on the right wing and delivers a cross at full sprint. In the middle, Källman is lurking again, but his impressive first-time effort goes just a metre wide of the right post!
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Hannover race into an early lead!

That was on the cards! They've been applying pressure from the kick-off, and now they're ahead. Aseko powers through strongly on the right side of the penalty area and then plays a precise pass into the six-yard box, where Källman only needs to stick out his toe to finish. What a start.
Goal probability
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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.
28 %
Distance to Goal
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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.
5.13 m
3'

Good start!

The 96ers are pushing Kiel deep into their own half right from the start. There's already been a corner, but no shot on goal yet.
1'

Kick-off!

The ball is rolling - Hannover kick off.
Kick-off!
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About to kick off!

The Heinz-von-Heiden-Arena is ready.
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More on that Holstein Kiel side

Compared to the last league match, there are four changes for Kiel, while compared to the cup match, there is only one change: Tohumcu is out, Niehoff is in the team instead.
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More on that Hannover side

The hosts make one change compared to the 2-1 victory in Magdeburg: Nawrocki is missing and is replaced by Okon. The 96ers are aiming for their third consecutive win, which would bring them within one point of third place.

Holstein Kiel subs

Roslyng, Komenda, Therkelsen, Jakupović, Schwab, Müller, Parduzi, Rothenhagen, Muqaj

Hannover subs

Blank, Weißhaupt, Roggow, Nielsen, Allgeier, Kokolo, þorǒarson, Taïbi, Weinkauf
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Christian Titz on facing Kiel

"Holstein Kiel have a clear style of play. They're a physically strong team and extremely dangerous from all types of set plays. We're up against a very versatile outfit."
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Marcel Rapp on facing Hannover

"Hannover play Christian Titz football. That's the biggest compliment you can pay to a fellow coach. When you just say the name, everyone knows what you're talking about. We know what to expect."

Titz's curious record

Christian Titz has faced the Storks seven times as a coach, winning four from four away from home but taking only one point from a possible nine on home soil. Titz's Hamburg side were beaten 3-0 by Kiel at the Volksparkstadion back in August 2018.

A game to forget

Hannover were beaten 5-1 at home by Kiel in May 2023 - the most goals they have ever conceded in a single Bundesliga 2 game.
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Impressive return

That said, the Storks have collected 10 points from their previous four encounters with Hannover, winning their last two away games against them.
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Kiel have been warned

Phil Harres put Kiel ahead when these two teams met earlier in the season, but Hannover turned the match around in the second half with two goals from set plays. Virgil Ghita and Benjamin Källman both found the net from Enzo Leopold deliveries.

Hello and welcome!

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