Highlights
T. Gerach
90'
+ 8
Full-time: Darmstadt 3-3 Gladbach
A tale of two halves as the spoils are shared in Darmstadt. The hosts went into the break three to the good thanks to goals from Mehlem, Maglica and Skarke, but Maglica's red card shortly after the restart gave Die Fohlen renewed hope. Jordan got things up and running, before Neuhaus and Cvancara completed the stunning comeback to earn Gerardo Seoane's men an important point.
Full-time
90'
+ 5
Darmstadt standing firm
Lieberknecht's men will be desperate to hang on to a point now.
90'
Another Hack chance
The 25-year-old has been busy since coming on, now heading straight at Schuhen from the middle of the box.
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.
87'
Full-time fast approaching
There isn't long left in this breathless encounter - can either side find a winner?
Cvancara's redemption
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Neuhaus on the spot
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81'
Substitution
81'
Substitution
78'
Holland heads wide
Darmstadt also restore their lead through Holland, who heads beyond the post.
77'
All square!
What a strike from Cvancara, who makes up for his penalty miss with a stunning effort from outside the box. Can Gladbach now go on to grab a winner?
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.
74'
Deficit halved!
Just one goal separate the two sides now thanks to Neuhaus strokes home at the back post - Gladbach still have over 15 minutes left to grab an equaliser!
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.
72'
Substitution
72'
Substitution
70'
Gladbach looking to make history
Die Fohlen have only come from three goals down to pick up a point once before in the Bundesliga, when they drew 4-4 with Cologne in October 1979.
67'
Neuhaus denied
A rising strike from the midfielder stings the palms of Schuhen on its way out for a corner.
65'
Over!
Hack really should do better found in acres of space at the back post, but instead his header is wayward.
Jordan off the mark
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62'
Substitution
62'
Nicolas stands strong
The shot-stopper palms Karic's first-time shot around the post.
57'
One down, two to go
Gladbach have one back! Jordan taps home from close range after some brilliant work from Reitz. Is that the beginning a miraculous turnaround?
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'
Jordan misses the target
A header from the striker sails over the crossbar.
52'
Gladbach lead xG
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
3
0.98
1.11
3
Goals
51'
Cvancara denied!
The Czech Republic international steps up, but his tame spot-kick is easily held by Schuhen. A golden opportunity wasted!
50'
Penalty for Gladbach
Maglica is given a red card for handling as Cvancara bore down on goal, giving the visitors a chance to reduce the deficit.
48'
SituationNo penalty
ReviewHandball?
DecisionPenalty
47'
Schuhen stands strong
Cvancara almost makes an instant impact, but his effort is kept out by Schuhen's foot, before the goalkeeper claws Jordan's header away too.
46'
Back underway
45 minutes left for Gladbach to stage a comeback!
Kick-off!
45'
+ 4
Substitution
45'
+ 4
Substitution
45'
+ 4
Substitution
45'
+ 4
Substitution
45'
+ 4
Half-time: Darmstadt 3-0 Gladbach
All one-way traffic in the first half as Darmstadt race into a three-goal advantage. Mehlem scored the game's first goal, before Maglica and Skarke extended the lead. The visitors, meanwhile, have offered little going forward, and need a huge second period if they are to get anything from this game.
Half-time
45'
+ 3
Nicolas to the rescue
Almost four as Nürnberger's shot is brilliantly denied by Nicolas, who has to be alert to fist the substitute's well-hit volley shortly after.
Plenty of work to do
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44'
Jordan heads wide
The USA international gets his head to a cross, but he cannot direct it goalwards.
41'
Substitution
39'
Skarke shoots at Nicolas
The forward's latest effort was his weakest so far as Nicolas gathers the ball easily. Still, another shot on target for Darmstadt.
Pole position
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34'
Skarke gets his goal!
Shortly after hitting the woodwork, the Union loanee finds the back of the net, drilling home from inside the area. The mountain Gladbach had to climb has just got bigger!
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.
32'
Post!
Almost three for Darmstadt, as a fierce drive from Skarke strikes the upright! The hosts are really looking to put this game to bed.
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.
28'
Plea fires wide
A sign of life from the visitors, as the Frenchman breaks through the middle before directing an attempt just wide of the post. Something for Die Fohlen to build on.
23'
Darmstadt on top
Goal attempts
1off target
3on target
1off target
0on target
19'
Chance for Gladbach
A free-kick finds its way to Wöber at the back post, but he doesn't get a great contact on the ball and it trickles harmlessly wide.
15'
Holland denied
Darmstadt are enjoying themselves here! Captain Holland tries his luck from distance, forcing Nicolas to tip his effort over the bar.
15'
Maglica doubles the advantage
The centre-back put his side in an even more commanding position soon after the opener.
Mehlem delight
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10'
Dreamland for Darmstadt!
Die Lilien are two to the good! Kempe's cross into the box following a corner is met by Maglica, who heads into the corner with aplomb!
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.
8'
Darmstadt move ahead!
A brilliant start for the hosts as they take the lead! A long ball forward finds Mehlem, who keeps his composure before slotting beyond Nicolas.
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.
2'
Here we go!
We are up and running!
Kick-off!
A few minutes to go!
We will soon be underway!
Darmstadt team news
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Gladbach team news
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Darmstart starting XI
Schuhen - Klarer, Maglica, Karic - Bader, Kempe, Gjasula, Holland (c), Marvin Mehlem - L. Pfeiffer, Skarke
Darmstadt subs
Behrens, Isherwood, J. Müller, Riedel, Franjic, Nürnberger, Schnellhardt, Seydel, Stojilkovic
Gladbach starting XI
Nicolas - Scally, Friedrich, Itakura, Wöber - Weigl (c), Reitz - Honorat, Plea, Ngoumou - Jordan
Gladbach subs
Sippel, Borges Sanches, Cvancara, Elvedi, Hack, Jantschke, Netz, Neuhaus, Ranos
Lieberknecht: "We showed our aggression"
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Seoane: "Win the second balls"
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Head-to-head
These two sides have faced each other eight times in the Bundesliga, with Darmstadt so far managing just one win - and that came during the 1978/79 campaign. However, Die Lilien were victorious the last time these two met, as they prevailed 2-1 in the second round of 2022/23 DFB Cup.
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Probable line-ups
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Defensive work to be done
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Something's got to give
Incredibly, as many as seven Bundesliga teams are still without a win in the top flight in 2023/24. This Matchday 4 encounter pits two of those sides against each other and is the only such meeting this weekend.
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Welcome!
With three straight losses to start the season, it's been a chastening reintroduction to the Bundesliga for promoted Darmstadt. Gladbach haven't fared much better, though, with only one point on the board in that time. Who will prevail in Matchday 4's closing fixture? Stay tuned to find out!