Hannover rejoices in second win, Fortuna faces fresh disappointment
Hannover 96 Secures 2-0 Victory Over Fortuna Düsseldorf
The 2025/26 2. Bundesliga season kicked off with a thrilling match between promotion hopefuls Hannover 96 and Fortuna Düsseldorf on August 9, 2025, at the Merkur Spiel-Arena, Düsseldorf, Germany.
The match began with Fortuna Düsseldorf creating the first chance, as Jamil Siebert headed just wide right from a corner. However, their momentum was disrupted when a goal was disallowed early in the first half (9').
Hannover found their breakthrough in the 65th minute, as Boris Tomiak converted a penalty to give the home team a 1-0 lead. The penalty was awarded to Hannover following a foul by Matthias Zimmermann on Jannik Rochelt in the penalty area.
Fortuna Düsseldorf struggled to create clear chances despite camping in Hannover's penalty area. The visitors' hopes of a comeback were dashed when Benjamin Källman, a substitute for Hannover, scored his debut goal for the team in the 87th minute, securing a 2-0 victory for Hannover 96.
The match ended with an attendance of 37,590 spectators, and Hannover's coach, Christian Titz, will be pleased with his team's strong start to the season. Fortuna Düsseldorf's coach, Daniel Thioune, will be left to reflect on a disappointing defeat.
Earlier in the match, Hannover had scored an initial goal through Benedikt Pichler, but it was later disallowed. The victory was sealed by Benjamin Källman, whose late goal helped Hannover 96 to a 2-0 victory over Fortuna Düsseldorf.
This match marks a promising start for Hannover 96 in the 2025/26 2. Bundesliga season.
Match Summary - Date: August 9, 2025 - Venue: Merkur Spiel-Arena, Düsseldorf, Germany - Final score: Fortuna Düsseldorf 0 - 2 Hannover 96 - Goals: - Boris Tomiak (Hannover 96) – penalty, 65' - Benjamin Källman (Hannover 96) – debut goal, 87'
Disallowed Goal Fortuna Düsseldorf’s goal was canceled early in the first half (9').
Benjamin Källman Debut Goal The Finnish forward Benjamin Källman scored his first goal for Hannover 96 late in the match (87'), helping seal the victory.
European leagues witnessed an exciting opening game in the 2025/26 2. Bundesliga season, as Hannover 96 showcased their prowess in football by securing a 2-0 victory over Fortuna Düsseldorf. The victory was a promising start for Hannover 96 in their quest to challenge for promotion.
