On 4 February, one of the matches of the 20th round of the German football championship took place. Wolfsburg (Germany) and Hoffenheim (Germany) met.
German Championship, 20th round
Wolfsburg (Germany) - Hoffenheim (Germany) - 2:2 ( 0:1)
Goals: LMayer (58), LMayer (70) - M. Beier (6), Grisha Promel (66)
Warnings: Ozan Kabak (57), Stanley N'Soki (69)
Wolfsburg vs Hoffenheim match review:
In an exciting Bundesliga match, Wolfsburg and Hoffenheim 1899 met at the Volkswagen Arena. The game ended in a thrilling 2-2 draw, and both teams showed incredible determination and skill throughout the match. The first event of the game occurred in the 6th minute when 1899 Hoffenheim player M. Bayer scored a fantastic goal, putting his team ahead on the scoreboard. This early breakthrough gave the visitors confidence and set the tone for a tense match. At the start of the second half, Wolfsburg decided to make tactical changes to turn the game in their favour. In the 46th minute V. Cerny was replaced by M. Svanberg, which gave the team new strength and energy. This substitution was aimed at strengthening the attack and increasing the chances of scoring a goal. 55th minute - Wolfsburg continued the substitution. A. Vranckx was replaced by L. Majer, and then J. Maele made room for R. Baku. These substitutions were decisive for the home team, who tried to regain control of the game and equalise. Just two minutes after the substitutions, Hoffenheim 1899 received a yellow card in the 57th minute when O. Kabak committed a foul. This caution showed the intensity of the match and the rivalry between the teams. In the 58th minute, Wolfsburg's tireless efforts paid off when L. Madjer levelled the scoreboard with a header. Majer's goal gave the home side hope and determination, which further increased the excitement of the match. Both teams continued to make substitutions in an attempt to gain an advantage over their opponents. In the 65th minute Hoffenheim 1899 replaced W. Weghorst with I. Beba, and U. Tohumka came on in place of R. Skov.
These changes should have strengthened the defence and kept control of the game, but in the 66th minute Hoffenheim managed to regain the lead when G. Promel scored a magnificent goal. This setback spurred Wolfsburg to be more active and regain control of the game. In the 69th minute, Hoffenheim 1899 player S. Nsoki received a yellow card, which further aggravated the match. Both teams were determined to win and showed passion and aggression on the pitch. In the 70th minute a penalty was awarded to Wolfsburg. L. Madjer took the lead and realised it flawlessly, levelling the score once again. Majer's play throughout the match demonstrated his impressive skill and ability to utilise goal opportunities. Close to the final minutes of the match, both teams made additional substitutions in an attempt to find the winning goal. In the 84th minute, K. Behrens was replaced by D. Pejcinovic. Pejcinovic for Wolfsburg, while A. Kramaric made way for B. Conte for Hoffenheim 1899 in the 86th minute. The game reached its peak when J. A. Brooks of Hoffenheim 1899 received a yellow card in the 90th minute, followed by M. Jentz and L. Majer getting yellow cards for Wolfsburg. In the last minutes of the match, the team was tense and eager to achieve victory. As a last effort, Hoffenheim 1899 made a last substitution in the 90th minute, replacing M. Bayer with M. Boulter. Nevertheless, both teams fought fiercely until the end and the match ended in a thrilling 2-2 draw. The match between VfL Wolfsburg and 1899 Hoffenheim was a demonstration of passion, skill and determination on both sides. Each team showcased their strengths, resulting in an exciting and tense game that gripped the fans and kept them in suspense until the final whistle.
The following matches await the opponents in the next round: Union vs Wolfsburg, Hoffenheim vs Cologne.
Statistics of the match Wolfsburg - Hoffenheim:
Wolfsburg | Hoffenheim | |
---|---|---|
7 | Kicks to the goal | 6 |
14 | Kicks | 15 |
2 | Blocked shots | 2 |
11 | Penalty kicks | 10 |
3 | Kicks from outside the penalty box | 5 |
10 | Offences | 14 |
7 | Corners | 2 |
1 | Offsides | 3 |
46% | Ball possession | 54% |
1 | Yellow cards | 3 |
0 | Red cards | 0 |
4 | Keeper saves | 5 |
356 | Total assists | 442 |
272 | Accurate assists | 350 |
76% | Accuracy of passes | 79% |