Hertha BSC and SC Paderborn are making their mark in the 2nd Bundesliga, showcasing grit and tenacity. Let's dive into their recent exploits.
The Berliners, formerly of the Bundesliga, are on a roll, racking up a fifth straight win against SV Elversberg. With a convincing 5-1 scoreline, Hertha secured their best position in the season so far, sliding into eight place. Florian Niederlechner, a prolific scorer, netted three times, bringing his total to five goals in three games. Jonjoe Kenny and Linus Gechter also chipped in with goals to make it six victories for Hertha this term.
Meanwhile, at the Benteler-Arena, SC Paderborn edged out Hannover 96 in a nail-biting finale. Florent Muslija's late goal in stoppage time ensured Paderborn kept Hannover winless against them in the 2nd division. The Lower Saxony side have been battling some tough times, but the porcupines held their ground, displaying resilience and determination.
Elsewhere, FC Schalke 04 managed a 4-0 victory against VfL Osnabrück, but it wasn't enough for them to climb out of 16th place. Karlsruher SC and Hansa Rostock played out a thrilling 2-2 draw, with KSC clawing back from a 2-0 deficit to secure a point. Igor Matanovic and Budu Siwsiwadse came to the rescue in the dying minutes of the game.
Hertha, Paderborn, Schalke, KSC, and Hannover are all jostling for positions in this fiercely competitive league. Keep an eye on these teams as the 2nd Bundesliga season reaches its climax.
