Itten’s 86th-minute strike lifts Fortuna Düsseldorf out of danger
Fortuna Düsseldorf secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Arminia Bielefeld in the 2. Bundesliga on January 16, 2026. The match, played before a crowd of 39,304, saw Cédric Itten score the decisive goal in the 86th minute. The win lifted Düsseldorf out of the relegation zone and into 14th place.
Düsseldorf began the game strongly, with Itten missing an early chance in the 7th minute. Despite their pressure, Bielefeld held firm but struggled to create clear opportunities of their own. Marius Wörl came closest for the visitors, yet failed to convert their best chance.
In the second half, Anouar El Azzouzi became a constant threat for Düsseldorf. His attacking runs kept Bielefeld’s defence under pressure. Despite their efforts, Bielefeld—winless in their last eight away matches—remained stuck in the relegation playoff spot. The breakthrough finally came late in the game. Itten struck in the 86th minute, sealing Düsseldorf’s second consecutive home win in the second half of the season. The result marked another setback for Bielefeld, who suffered their second straight away defeat under Düsseldorf coach Markus Anfang.
The victory moved Düsseldorf up to 14th in the table, pushing them clear of immediate relegation trouble. Bielefeld, meanwhile, remain in danger, occupying the relegation playoff position. The result underscores their ongoing struggles on the road this season.
