Nuremberg breaks series of declines: Sensational victory in Mannheim!
The Ice Tigers Nuremberg broke their 21-defeat streak in Mannheim and defeated the Adler 4-2 in the SAP Arena.

Nuremberg breaks series of declines: Sensational victory in Mannheim!
On November 2nd, 2025, ice hockey fans in Cologne were once again faced with exciting games and surprising twists in the league. This weekend's encounters in particular caused excitement and a wealth of emotions on and off the ice.
The Nuremberg Ice Tigers team celebrated a long-awaited victory in the Mannheim SAP Arena. After 21 defeats in a row, the Tigers managed to defeat the Adler Mannheim 4-2. The Nuremberg team not only broke a long negative run, but also ended the Eagles' impressive series of 21 home wins in a row against them. Tyler Spezia was impressive with two goals, while goalkeeper Niklas Treutle made 47 saves, including a saved penalty. This victory brought a breath of fresh air into the already exciting season of the German Ice Hockey League (DEL). Eishockeynews reported.
Cologne Sharks under pressure
However, the Kölner Haie were unable to build on their recent successes at the weekend. After a bitter 0-2 defeat against EHC Red Bull Munich, who celebrated their 14th win in the last 16 games, Cologne had to forego points once again. The defeat is particularly bitter after the Haie had previously played six home games without losing a point. Goalie Mathias Niederberger was undefeatable and celebrated his second shutout of the weekend with 26 saves. EHC Red Bull Munich, who are now on the rise, are sending the Haie on a difficult path in the table.
Another exciting event took place in the game between the Fischtown Pinguins Bremerhaven and the Eisbären Berlin. The Penguins, who had to play without their player Philip Bruggisser, won impressively 4-1. The Bremerhaven team's defensive performance was outstanding, with only one goal being conceded. Julius Hudacek, who was in goal, played a crucial role in this success. The Eisbären, on the other hand, face further concerns due to an injury to Jean-Sébastien Dea at the end of the game.
Top teams on the rise
The Straubing Tigers ensured that they remained at the top of the table. They consolidated their position in the table with a clear 6-1 win over the Dresdner Eislöwen. This game was brilliant for the Tigers, who did a lot of things right in the first third and outplayed the Lions in their defense. The best thing about it: Dresden conceded their first goal for the twelfth time this season.
In short, the last games in the DEL are an exciting mix of surprising twists and strong performances from some teams. Ice hockey is and remains a sport that consists of quick decisions and strong emotions. But rest assured, the coming weeks in the league promise many more exciting moments!