Darmstadt 98 gets point after dramatic catch -up against Düsseldorf!

Darmstadt 98 gets point after dramatic catch -up against Düsseldorf!

On January 17, 2025, Darmstadt 98 met Fortuna Düsseldorf at the second round of the 2nd Bundesliga. The exciting duel ended with a 2-2 draw after the Darmstadt caught a 0-2 deficit. The encounter took place in front of 52,000 spectators in the European Championship stadium at cold temperatures. Many fans were made possible by the “Fortuna for All” campaign, so that the mood was great despite the cold.

Darmstadt started the game strongly. Trainer Florian Kohfeldt trusted the same starting eleven as in the last first round game. Fraser Hornby had the first big chance in the 20th minute when he ran alone on Düsseldorf's goalkeeper Florian Kastenmeier, but failed. After this phase, Düsseldorf took control and punished Darmstadt: Myron van Brederode scored 1-0 for the hosts in the 41st minute, prepared by newcomer Moritz Kwarteng.

The turn in the game

In the second half, Darmstadt bravely made the deficit. But in the 61st minute, Giovanni Haag for Düsseldorf increased to 2-0 with a drop kick. The goal was given after a Var test because there were initially discussions about the outcome of the scene. Despite the setback, the Darmstadt increased their pressure, which quickly paid off.

Killian Corredor made the connection goal in the 69th minute by converting a penalty after Luca Marseiler was fouled in the penalty area. Just three minutes later, Corraor benefited from a corner kick and headed to 2-2. The increasing morality in the game was clearly noticeable and the action on the square was increasingly intense.

conclusion and statistics

In a hectic final phase, both teams desperately searched for the winning goal. However, Düsseldorf seemed to be a little closer, but ultimately could no longer hit the net. The division of points reflected the strong phases of both teams. Statistically, Düsseldorf was in front in the total number of fouls at 19 compared to 9 of Darmstadt, while the Darmstadt had higher XGoals of 2.2, compared to Düsseldorf's 1.06.

Darmstadt thus missed the leap into the upper half of the table, while Düsseldorf could look forward to another draw. The upcoming next game will be crucial for both teams to say goodbye to the lower table positions. Further information on statistics of the 2nd Bundesliga and the course of the game can be read on Kicker .