Match Report
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Match Report
A few clouds cover the sky here at Schuco-Arena where DSC Arminia Bielefeld play host to Hertha BSC. A crowd of 12,789 fill this 14,000 capacity stadium.
The pitch is in good condition.
DSC Arminia Bielefeld are playing in a 4-4-2 formation while Hertha BSC appear to be shaped for 3-4-3.
Today's match is refereed by Martin Wilke.
The pitch is in good condition.
DSC Arminia Bielefeld are playing in a 4-4-2 formation while Hertha BSC appear to be shaped for 3-4-3.
Today's match is refereed by Martin Wilke.
0.00
0-0The first half starts with Hertha BSC kicking off!
4.56
0-0Moritz Kurth catches Christian Schönenborn on the ankles. The referee brings Moritz Kurth to one side and gives him a warning! Christian Schönenborn runs off the knock.
16.45
0-0Moritz Kurth makes a simple pass to Steffen Overath. Steffen Overath knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
18.33
0-0Dave Lawton makes a probing pass to Lennart Scheffler. With a delightful solo run, Lennart Scheffler stretches the opposition's defence. Lennart Scheffler shoots from outside the area but it flies well off target!
22.35
0-0Malte Ahrens deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Stefan Ouindi. Stefan Ouindi picks a pass forward to Sergio Piket. Sergio Piket shoots from long range but Eric Knapp is on top of it.
26.33
Christian Schönenborn knocks the ball forward to Hauke Helmer. Hauke Helmer lofts in a cross ball towards Alan Goldberg. Alan Goldberg finds space and glances the ball goalwards with his head but it misses the target by a large margin!
27.43
Arno Hollmer makes a probing pass to Steffen Overath. Steffen Overath flicks a high pass forward. Sergio Piket holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Sergio Piket knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Dan Degn.
32.22
Jonas Rösler makes a high pass forward. Christian Schönenborn shows exceptional athleticism as he brings the ball under control. Christian Schönenborn flicks a high pass forward. Alan Goldberg controls it well on his chest. Alan Goldberg knocks in a cross ball towards Paul Birkwald. Paul Birkwald knocks the ball goalwards with his head but it is tipped over by Juan-Carlos Ferrer.
33.34
0-0It's a corner kick. Lennart Scheffler loops the ball over to the far post. Jakob Lindner reaches the ball and hoofs it clear.
36.20
Jan Arnold knocks the ball forward to Steffen Overath. Steffen Overath knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Eric Knapp who gathers it comfortably.
38.03
Lennart Scheffler flicks the ball to his team mate, Paul Birkwald. Paul Birkwald finds some space and shoots from distance. Magnificent save by Juan-Carlos Ferrer!
39.35
Dave Lawton advances with the ball. Dave Lawton whips in a cross ball towards Alan Goldberg. Alan Goldberg heads the ball goalwards his aim is horrendously poor!
42.30
0-1Lennart Scheffler flicks a high ball forward to Alan Goldberg who takes it down. Alan Goldberg plays a one-two with Dave Lawton and advances towards the goal... Some clumsy but lucky footwork from Alan Goldberg provides some space. He curls a shot at goal. The ball skims nastily along the ground and slips under the keeper's body. Goal!!
45.00
Christian Schönenborn controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Dave Lawton. Dave Lawton lofts in a cross ball towards Hauke Helmer. Hauke Helmer jumps high and flicks the ball with his head. It slams into the side netting. So close!!
45.00
The referee blows for the end of the first half
Both teams emerge for the second half. DSC Arminia Bielefeld appear unchanged since the first half. Hertha BSC also appear unchanged since the first half.
45.00
The second half starts with DSC Arminia Bielefeld kicking off!
48.15
Lennart Scheffler makes a simple pass to Alan Goldberg. Alan Goldberg whips in a cross ball towards Lennart Scheffler. Lennart Scheffler whips the ball goalwards with his head. The ball clips the inside of the post and flies into the back of the net!! Goal for Hertha BSC!
57.29
Jakob Lindner knocks the ball to his team mate, Moritz Kurth. Moritz Kurth flicks a high pass forward to Steffen Overath who brings the ball under control. Steffen Overath knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Jonas Rösler.
61.12
Lennart Scheffler makes a probing pass to Paul Birkwald. Paul Birkwald shoots from 20 yards. It smacks hard against the advertising boards behind the goal. Just wide!
65.50
Fausto Cristiano passes the ball forward to Jakob Lindner. Jakob Lindner threads a neat ball through to Sergio Piket. Sergio Piket knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Dan Degn.
69.58
0-2Lennart Scheffler flicks a high ball forward to Paul Birkwald who takes it down. Paul Birkwald whips in a cross ball towards Hauke Helmer. Moritz Kurth comes in with a late challenge on Hauke Helmer. Hauke Helmer appeals for a penalty! The referee just ignores him!!
73.18
Arno Hollmer brings the ball forward. Arno Hollmer makes a simple pass to Steffen Overath. Steffen Overath whips in a cross ball towards Jakob Lindner. Jakob Lindner flicks the ball with his head. The keeper is more than a match for it. Nice save!
75.53
Dan Degn knocks the ball to his team mate, Christian Schönenborn. Christian Schönenborn flicks a high ball forward to Alan Goldberg who takes it down. Alan Goldberg knocks in a cross ball towards Paul Birkwald. Paul Birkwald rises majestically and gets a header on goal. Juan-Carlos Ferrer picks it out of the air!
78.58
Dave Lawton kicks a strong pass forward to Paul Birkwald. Paul Birkwald knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Arno Hollmer.
79.18
Jakob Lindner flicks a high pass forward. Steffen Overath controls it well on his chest. Steffen Overath whips in a cross ball towards Sergio Piket. Sergio Piket connects with the ball, driving a powerful header at goal. The ball flies into the top corner - goal!!
84.25
Malte Ahrens pushes up the pitch. Malte Ahrens threads a neat ball through to Sergio Piket. Sergio Piket shoots from outside the area but connects badly and the ball goes wide!
85.02
Dave Lawton makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Paul Birkwald. Paul Birkwald lofts in a cross ball towards Dave Lawton. Dave Lawton is perfectly placed and heads the ball at goal but it rises well off target!
89.20
Dave Lawton threads a neat ball through to Hauke Helmer. Hauke Helmer lofts in a cross ball towards Christian Schönenborn. Christian Schönenborn whips the ball goalwards with his head. It's in!! A beautiful goal for Christian Schönenborn!
90.00
The whistle indicates full-time!
Match Statistics
Goals
1
3
Shots on Target
3
6
Shots off Target
1
6
Offsides
0
0
Fouls
1
0
Yellow Cards
0
0
Red Cards
0
0
Possession
47.9%
52.1%
Play Area
30.9%
47.9%
21.3%
Scorers
Man of the Match
| The man of the match was awarded to Alan Goldberg of Hertha BSC |
Match Ratings
| 1. | Juan-Carlos Ferrer (GK) | 7 | |
| 2. | Arno Hollmer (DEF) | 7 | |
| 3. | Malte Ahrens (DEF) | 7 | |
| 4. | Alec Hendry (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Fausto Cristiano (DEF) | 6 | |
| 6. | Jan Arnold (MID) | 6 | |
| 7. | Jakob Lindner (MID) | 6 | |
| 8. | Stefan Ouindi (MID) | 6 | |
| 9. | Moritz Kurth (MID) | 6 | |
| 10. | Steffen Overath (ATT) | 7 | |
| 11. | Sergio Piket (ATT) |  | 7 |
| 12. | Vincenzo Meyer (MID) | 0 | |
| 13. | Matthias Friedmann (MID) | 0 | |
| 14. | Christian Metzger (MID) | 0 | |
| 1. | Eric Knapp (GK) | 6 | |
| 2. | Dan Degn (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Scott Souness (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Jonas Rösler (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Christian Schönenborn (MID) | | 8 |
| 6. | Dave Lawton (MID) | 8 | |
| 7. | Lennart Scheffler (MID) | | 9 |
| 8. | Abel Quaresma (MID) | 6 | |
| 9. | Alan Goldberg (ATT) | | 9 |
| 10. | Paul Birkwald (ATT) | 6 | |
| 11. | Hauke Helmer (ATT) | 6 | |
| 12. | Rainer Ritzinger (DEF) | 0 | |
| 13. | Samuel Campos (DEF) | 0 | |
| 14. | Nicolas Birkwald (MID) | 0 | |