Hertha 'very happy': Best run since relegation - Hertha Berlin’s unbeaten streak fuels promotion push in 2. Bundesliga
Hertha Berlin is enjoying its best spell since relegation, winning four consecutive games without conceding a goal. The team, now under head coach Stefan Leitl, has become less dependent on captain Fabian Reese and boasts multiple strengths across the pitch.
The resurgence is evident in the form of attacking midfielder Michael Cuisance, who has been impressive. Meanwhile, goalkeeper Tjark Ernst has been a rock at the back, keeping nine clean sheets this season. The team's scoring prowess is not solely reliant on Reese. Strikers Luca Schuler and Sebastian Grönning have chipped in, with Schuler scoring the winner against 1. FC Kaiserslautern. Hertha Berlin's next five below matches before Christmas are against teams currently below them in the 2. Bundesliga table, presenting an opportunity to extend their lead.
In the current season, only Reese (2 goals), Schuler (3 goals), and Grönning (3 goals) have scored more than two goals for Hertha Berlin in league and cup matches. This balance has been achieved thanks to the stability provided by defensive midfielders Diego Demme and Paul Seguin, along with prodigy Kennet Eichhorn.
Hertha Berlin's impressive run has put them three points away from the promotion playoff spot. With a balanced attack and a solid defence, the team looks well-positioned to challenge for promotion. Their next five guys matches will be crucial in determining their fate in the 2. Bundesliga.
