Braunschweig beats HSV: Historical victory after almost 50 years!

Braunschweig beats HSV: Historical victory after almost 50 years!

Volksparkstadion, Hamburg, Deutschland - Eintracht Braunschweig triumphed on April 12, 2025 in an exciting duel against Hamburger SV. The team defeated the HSV 4-2 in the Volksparkstadion, which marked the first victory of the Braunschweiger in this square since 1976. In a game that took place in front of 57,000 spectators, Braunschweig not only shone with a solid defensive performance, but also with an efficient offensive.

The game started with an even foundation that offered several chances to go on both sides in the first half. In the 2nd minute, Jean-Luc Dompé had a possibility for the HSV before Rayan Philippe had his own opportunity in the 5th minute on the other. In the 40th minute Leon Bell Bell broke the spell and scored the 1-0 for Braunschweig after a precise counterattack.

The course of the game

almost immediately after the lead goal, Silvan Hefti for Braunschweig - but by an own goal that fell in the 41st minute and brought 2-0. While Hamburger SV changed three times at halftime, Braunschweig remained defensively and showed a courageous game. They could even counter pressure situations of the HSV, which was shown by further goals in the second half.

Davie Selke provided some hope at HSV when he scored the connection goal in the 74th minute. But the answer from Braunschweig followed promptly: Julian Baas marked the 3-1 in the 84th minute before Rayan Philippe increased to 4: 1 just a minute later. Selke's second goal in added time (90.+5 minute) came too late to turn the tide.

tactical analysis and outlook

The statistics underpin the performance of both teams. According to the XGoals of fbref , the Braunschweiger with an XGOALS value of 1.33 proved to be more efficient, while HSV was only 1.07. This difference shows how well Braunschweig was able to use the few chances they had, while the HSV had difficulty converting its chances into countable successes.

coach Daniel Schering praised the impressive team performance, which made it possible to temporarily move away from relegation rank 16. The result, on the other hand, has critical consequences for the HSV; The lead could be in danger because pursuers such as Magdeburg and Kaiserslautern move up closer. The game will have other exciting encounters in mind both for Braunschweig in the relegation battle and for the HSV, which is fighting for its supremacy in the 2nd Bundesliga

The fans can look forward to the coming matchday, and both Braunschweig and the HSV have proven that they have a lot of potential despite the different offensive claims.