Highlights
S. Stegemann
90'
+ 5
Conclusion
Under new interim manager Polzin, Hamburg win 3-1 at the Wildpark and climb to second place in the table. The victory was deserved overall, with Dompé in particular delivering a truly strong performance.
Full-time
90'
+ 3
Pherai!
The new man smashes the ball from the right at a very tight angle towards the near post, Weiß parries it away.
90'
+ 2
Double booking
Selke and Franke clash with each other.
90'
+ 2
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+ 2
90'
+ 1
Four minutes to go
Hamburg will be in second place in the table after today's win.
90'
Instant impact
The substituted Davie Selke scored with his first shot on goal and his third touch of the ball in this match
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.
89'
More substitutions
Polzin's decision to bring on Selke proved to be the right call. For the final minutes, Pherai and Sahiti are now coming on as well.
88'
Substitution
88'
Substitution
87'
The super sub strikes!
Hamburg counter-attack at lightning speed, Dompé threads the ball through to Selke, who starts his run from a central position, and he coolly slots it into the far corner when one-on-one with the keeper.
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.
87'
Substitution
87'
Substitution
85'
Over the bar!
Following a cross from Jung and a headed flick-on by Zivzivadze, Schleusener narrowly heads the ball over the crossbar at the far post.
84'
The hosts keep up the pressure
The next wave of attacks rolls in, but the Hamburg defence remains wide awake.
82'
Blocked
Jung attempts a shot from a tight angle on the right, but the ball is blocked for a corner. Karlsruhe now seem to be gearing up for a final offensive push.
80'
Hamburg on the up
Before today's matches, Hamburg were only in 10th place in the table, but currently they are in 2nd position. Can they close out a win?
79'
Double substitution
Selke and Poręba come on for the final phase.
78'
Substitution
78'
Substitution
77'
Too rough
Due to numerous fouls and substitutions, there has been little flow to the game in the last few minutes.
74'
Elfadli impressive
Daniel Elfadli is holding the fort in defensive midfield, having won an exceptionally good 80% of his 15 challenges so far.
72'
Conté comes off
The impressive midfielder makes way for Hunziker.
72'
Another yellow
The match is becoming more disjointed - Elfadli goes in hard on Wanitzek.
72'
Substitution
71'
Close
Baldé brilliantly beats Herold on the right and looks to find Königsdörffer with his cross, but fails to connect.
70'
Hamburg should be warned
Karlsruhe have already scored points after falling behind six times this season (three wins, three draws), a feat only matched by Paderborn.
69'
Due to complaint
Karlsuhe demands a corner kick after Zivzivadze's shot. The striker is cautioned for dissent.
68'
Polzin also reacts
Fabio Baldé comes on for Hamburg, as Jatta's performance has dipped after a good start to the match.
67'
Substitution
65'
Schonlau strong in tackles
Duels won
10
13
Budu Zivzivadze Sebastian Schonlau
63'
First substitution
The yellow-carded Burnić is replaced by Heußer.
62'
Yellow card suspension
Burnić received his fifth yellow card of the season and is therefore suspended for the next matchday in Kaiserslautern.
62'
Substitution
60'
Another booking
Königsdörffer wins the ball and picks up real pace, but he crashes into his opponent in the process.
58'
Crossbar!
It's getting wild! Hamburg are lucky once again: A corner from the right lands near the far post, where Conté volleys it, but only hits the underside of the crossbar.
56'
Dompé smashes it in!
What a crazy game! Dompé dribbles past Jung and Franke on the left side of the penalty area and beautifully blasts the ball into the top right corner!
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.
Shot speed
Shot speed
Shot speed describes the maximum speed in km/h that a ball reaches in a shot on goal. The distance is measured from the location of the shot to the centre of the goal.
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.
54'
On the front foot
The Hamburg side have quickly recovered from the brief shock, but Dompé's cross doesn't find its target.
50'
Karlsruhe's second ruled out
The home side attack down the left and are not really challenged. When Schonlau clears a cross in front of Zivzivadze, Wanitzek is on hand and coolly slots the loose ball home. However, after reviewing the situation, the goal is disallowed due to an offside.
50'
SituationNo goal
ReviewOffside?
DecisionNo goal
48'
Plucked out of the air
Jatta delivers a sharp cross from the right, but the Karlsruhe keeper comes out and snatches the ball.
46'
We're back underway!
The ball is rolling again, and the teams start the second half unchanged. Who will be able to take the three points?
Kick-off!
Karlsruhe fights back
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Hamburg celebrates first
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45'
+ 3
Half-time in Karlsruhe
The teams go into the dressing rooms with a fair 1-1 scoreline. Hamburg dominated the early stages, but Karlsruhe came into the game after conceding and eventually managed to equalise. We can look forward to an exciting second half!
Half-time
45'
+ 1
One minute left
After initial Hamburg dominance, the match has become very open in the final minutes.
Tough battles
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43'
Top assist provider
Marvin Wanitzek set up a goal for the eighth time this season, making him the sole top assist provider in the Bundesliga 2.
41'
Painful
Jatta catches Wanitzek on the touchline, but the Karlsruhe captain is able to continue.
38'
Schleusener scores again
Fabian Schleusener scored his fourth goal of the season, making this the first time this season he has found the net in two consecutive matches (he also scored on matchday 13 in Fürth).
37'
Equaliser!
The short spell of pressure from the home side is rewarded! A corner from the right comes into the centre of the six-yard box, where several Karlsruhe players are making runs - then it's Schleusener who outmuscles Muheim and heads the ball into the left corner.
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.
33'
Back and forth
Karlsruhe are pressing Hamburg high up the pitch, but after losing possession, Hamburg quickly counter-attack. Due to Karabec's hasty shot, the play then swiftly moves in the opposite direction.
32'
Can Karlsruhe turn it around again?
On the last matchday in Fürth, Karlsruhe also fell behind 0-1 but eventually managed to win 3-2 in the end.
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.
29'
Knocking on the door
Königsdörffer is played through on the right-hand side of the box and wants to shoot immediately, but a defender throws himself in and clears for a corner.
27'
The response
Jung breaks through on the right flank and attempts to slot the ball into the near corner from a tight angle - but Heuer Fernandes makes himself big and saves.
27'
Dompé sets new season record
Jean-Luc Dompé has already scored his fourth goal of the season; in each of the last two complete seasons in the Bundesliga 2, the Frenchman had only scored three times.
23'
Goooooal for Hamburg!
That was coming! The visitors press well, causing Weiß to make a serious mistake: the ball lands at Dompé's feet on the left side, who doesn't hesitate and curls it perfectly into the bottom right corner.
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.
Shot speed
Shot speed
Shot speed describes the maximum speed in km/h that a ball reaches in a shot on goal. The distance is measured from the location of the shot to the centre of the goal.
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.
21'
No way through
Mikelbrencis drives the ball forward before Richter attempts a shot at goal which is blocked at the edge of the penalty area.
18'
More tenacious
Hamburg's determination can be seen in their ball recovery time, which is significantly quicker than over the entire season. The change of manager seems to have brought new impetus.
18'
Nearly an own goal!
From another corner on the right, the ball is flicked on to the near post, where Elfadli hits Beifus, and the ball bounces narrowly wide of the right post.
18'
Ball Recovery Time
Ball Recovery Time
Ball Recovery Time gives the time in seconds in which it takes a team to win back the ball following a loss of possession. It also allows conclusions to be drawn about a team's style of play. Only time when the ball is in play is counted (i.e. no breaks in play such as for goal-kicks, throw-ins etc).
Today
Season
16'
Blocked
Muheim tries one from distance, but his powerful attempt is deflected for a corner - which comes to nothing.
15'
Good start
Possession (%)
2278
14'
Similar corner routine
Once again, Königsdörffer appears relatively unmarked at the left post from a corner and can't find the target with his header.
11'
Speedy wingers
The two new wingers are really turning up the heat for Hamburg, Jatta narrowly misses putting the ball in at the near corner from a tight angle.
10'
Dangerous
The resulting corner sails to the far post, where Königsdörffer can't direct the ball on target from about two metres out despite being relatively unmarked.
9'
Herold is there too
Similar situation on the other side - there Herold manages to stop Jatta one-on-one.
8'
Strong defence
Dompé picks up speed on the left and tries to cut inside, but Jung cleverly sticks out his leg and stops the move.
5'
First attempt on goal
The hosts are applying pressure now, a long-range shot from Rapp goes wide to the left.
4'
With momentum
Hamburg start the match well.
1'
Kick-off!
The ball is rolling in Karlsruhe. Can interim manager Merlin Polzin turn the tide for Hamburg?
Kick-off!
Jatta back in Hamburg's starting eleven
Bakery Jatta is in Hamburg's starting line-up for the first time since Matchday 2 this season (1-1 home draw against Hertha). Since then, he has only been used twice as a substitute (for a total of 31 minutes).
Conté comes in
Bambasé Conté is in the Karlsruhe starting line-up for only the second time this season. Previously, the 21-year-old had only started on Matchday 10 in the 1-3 home defeat against Hertha.
Four changes for Hamburg
Interim coach Merlin Polzin makes four changes to his starting eleven compared to the last match (2-2 home draw against Schalke): Hadžikadunić, Karabec, Dompé and Jatta play in place of Katterbach, Meffert (both not in the squad), Poreba and Selke (both on the bench).
Karlsruhe makes one change
Manager Christian Eichner makes one change to his starting lineup from their last match (3-2 victory in Fürth): Bambasé Conté comes in for Leon Jensen (suspended due to yellow card accumulation).
This is how Hamburg lines up
Heuer Fernandes - Mikelbrencis, Hadžikadunić, Schonlau (c), Muheim - Elfadli - Karabec, Richter - Jatta, Königsdörffer, Dompé
This is how Karlsruhe lines up
Weiß - Jung, Franke, Beifus, Herold - Burnić, Rapp - Conté, Wanitzek (c) - Zivzivadze, Schleusener
Polzin on facing Karlsruhe
"The past few days have been very intense. It's never easy to return to business as usual after a dismissal. At the same time, we want to fulfil the club's mandate and work with the squad on many aspects for Sunday's match."
Eichner on facing Hamburg
"We're at the start of a fantastic week with two home matches that will be quite challenging. To finish it off, we'll then head to the Betzenberg. Along with the anticipation, we're still doing well to focus on Sunday. The conditions are excellent and we're in a good starting position."
Meffert's Karlsruhe history
Jonas Meffert played 58 second-division matches (scoring two goals) for Karlsruhe. In the memorable relegation play-off in 2015, while wearing the KSC shirt, he was involved in an alleged handball incident during stoppage time. The resulting free-kick was converted by Marcelo Dia, costing KSC promotion (the match went into extra time, with Hamburg winning 2-1).
Hamburg's nemesis
Budu Zivzivadze scored once in each match against Hamburg last season.
Eichner debut
Christian Eichner experienced his first second-division match as head coach of KSC against HSV (on 8 February 2020 in a 2-0 defeat in Hamburg).
Karlsruhe's run against Hamburg
Karlsruhe have collected seven points and scored ten goals in their last three matches against Hamburg (4-2 and 2-2 at home, most recently 4-3 away).
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