FC Gießen wins in relegation thriller: the relegation is within reach!

FC Gießen wins in relegation thriller: the relegation is within reach!

On May 10, 2025, FC Gießen played against SGV Freiberg in the Waldstadion and secured an important success in the relegation battle of the regional league Südwest with a 1-0 victory. Ferdinand Scholl scored the only goal of the game in the 10th minute. This victory was particularly important because other competitors were also able to collect points, which increases the pressure on casting. The last matchday will be decisive for relegation, not only for watering, but also for several teams that are in the relegation battle.

FC Gießen had shown a positive tendency in the past few weeks, with two wins against Steinbach Haiger and FSV Frankfurt and a draw against Kickers Offenbach. Despite the positive run, Gießen is still on a relegation zone and will compete against TSG Hoffenheim II on the last match day, while SGV Freiberg plays against FC-Astoria Walldorf. This match day is particularly explosive because five teams fight for relegation, which also increases the tension in the relegation battle. Eintracht Frankfurt II had to relegate to the Hessenliga after a 2: 3 defeat against SG Baroque city.

victory with challenges

Although FC Gießen started the game strongly and scored the early goal of Scholl, they were unable to score any further goals. The halftime score of 1-0 lasted until the final phase when the SGV Freiberg took over the initiative without being successful. Gießen withdrew defensively and tried to score through counter situations, but they were often inaccurate. Despite the dominance of Freiberg, the result remained in favor of Gießen.

The number of viewers of 639 in the Waldstadion underlined the interest in this important duel. Gießen's coach, Michael Fink, emphasized the consistency of his team and their determination to achieve relegation. Midfielder Tolga Duran expressed that belief in relegation was "100 percent there". The last weeks of the game plan were crucial for Gießen to leave the stuck relegation places.

A look at the competition

In the Regionalliga Südwest, the relegation opportunities for several teams have become tight. In addition to watering, the 1st Göppinger SV and Eintracht Trier are in a dangerous location. The game day offered some unexpected results: FC-Astoria Walldorf secured relegation with a 3-1 win against FSV Frankfurt. In addition, the U23 of VfB Stuttgart achieved an important victory against the BVB reserve, which contributed to the fact that both teams stay in the 3rd division. On the other hand, the tie between KSV Hessen Kassel and Eintracht Trier (0: 0) ensured that the division to the relegation battle remains exciting.

The remaining program for casting is considered challenging, especially the game against the TSG Hoffenheim II, which has already been determined as a master. The pressure is great, and the opportunity to keep the league depends on the performance in the next game. Gießen has better chances than some of the competitors could save themselves with five relegations. The situation remains tense and the fans hope for a dramatic outcome of this season.