Hertha BSC is hoping for its first home win – Paderborn is already waiting!

Hertha BSC is hoping for its first home win – Paderborn is already waiting!

After a strong performance and a win against Hannover, the mood at Hertha BSC is divided. The club is keen to continue the upward trend, but faces a tricky challenge. Next Saturday Hertha will face SC Paderborn in the Olympic Stadium. The match starts at 1:00 p.m. and will be broadcast live on Sky. The Berliners' goal is to get their first home win of the season and win back the trust of their own fans. As borkenerzeitung.de reports, the team has only collected a meager five points from five games so far, and the pressure to quickly climb up the table is increasing.

There is also a pleasing comeback for Linus Gechter, who is expected back in the starting line-up after a suspension. The fans are eagerly awaiting the return of the young talent. Additionally, 16-year-old Kennet Eichhorn could also earn a spot in the lineup.

Free entry and ice cream for the little ones

The upcoming game on World Children's Day will be a special highlight. The Olympic Stadium opens its doors free of charge to all children up to 13 years of age and also provides a good atmosphere with free ice cream. This campaign is not only a nice gesture, but is also intended to help attract as many families as possible to the stadium.

But the anticipation is matched by reality. Paderborn will not be an easy opponent. In the last encounter, which took place on September 22, 2025, Hertha was defeated 2-0. Both of Paderborn's goals came from Filip Bilbija, who scored both from the game and from the penalty spot. skysports.com documents that despite numerous attempts and chances, Hertha had no luck in front of the goal, which above all shows the players' lack of finishing ability.

Statistics and analysis

Hertha BSC's performances in the current season show a clear trend. The statistics provided by fbref.com show that the team has problems, especially in defense. This could also prove decisive against Paderborn. Hertha urgently needs to work on its tactical processes in order to get back into the top half of the table.

Given the current situation, the upcoming game will not only be a test for the team, but also a chance to positively surprise our own fans. The first home win is overdue and the hope of three points brings everyone into the club's spiritual focus.