Crisis summit for Nuremberg and Bochum: Who can achieve the turnaround?

Crisis summit for Nuremberg and Bochum: Who can achieve the turnaround?

After the change of coach is before the first match day - that's what those in charge at 1. FC Nürnberg and VfL Bochum probably thought. The two teams will meet today, September 20, 2025, and will be under immense pressure. While Nuremberg has had disastrous results so far this season, Bochum hasn't exactly been covered in glory either. It is high time for both teams to turn things around.

The situation at FC Nürnberg looks more than serious: coach Dieter Hecking's team was only able to get one point from five games - a point that is despairing! With only two goals scored, they are in last place, and their offensive rate also leaves a lot to be desired. The conversion rate for major opportunities is just 7.7%. So it's no wonder that the betting odds for the upcoming duel against Bochum indicate few goals. Betting base reports that Nuremberg has only gotten one point in the last six home games and is now preparing for another home game.

Bochum looking for stability

The situation is similar at VfL Bochum. After the separation from coach Dirk Dufner, David Siebers, who has gained many years of experience in the club's youth department, is temporarily taking over management of the team. He previously coached the U19s and will now try to bring a breath of fresh air into the team. But Bochum have only scored five goals this season and are also in danger of becoming stuck in the bottom third of the table.

The history between the two teams clearly speaks for Bochum: in the last 16 competitive duels against Nuremberg they only lost once - that makes a record of 7 wins and 8 draws that speaks for Bochum. This season, both teams' offensive performances have been weak, with their xG value also being well below expectations. Transfermarkt reports about the precarious situation of both clubs and the frequent changes of coach in the past season.

Concentrated pressure on the coaching benches

The topic of coaching changes is not new in the Bundesliga. There have been some high-profile changes since the 1963/1964 season. Overall, statistics from the last few decades show that this pressure often leads to success – at least in the short term. It remains to be seen whether David Siebers can get VfL Bochum back on the right track, as expectations are high. Statista has interesting numbers compiled on this topic.

The two teams are facing a landmark game. Who can collect the important points and withstand the pressure? The fans in Nuremberg and Bochum can look forward to the game lookout. Whoever takes the first step towards turning things around could prove to be a master of nerves!