1. FC Heidenheim will host Holstein Kiel on September 13 at 11:30 UTC in Voith-Arena for 2. Bundesliga round 5. The team under manager Frank Schmidt arrives with a 1-0 away win over SpVgg Greuther Fürth from September 6 and currently sits third in the table with nine points from four games.
Heidenheim have scored eleven goals and conceded ten this season, giving them a goal difference of +1. The last encounter with Greuther Fürth ended with a goal from Benedikt Zivzivadze in the 12th minute, assisted by Marvin Costly. Holstein Kiel, meanwhile, are currently 17th and lost 0-2 to 1. FC Magdeburg in their most recent match.
For Heidenheim, this game is an opportunity to keep pace with the league leaders, as 1. FC Nürnberg hold a four-point advantage. The side has shown inconsistent form lately with two wins and three losses, but the recent victory over Fürth provided a boost.
Despite a mixed historical record against Kiel, Heidenheim hope to capitalize on their home advantage at Voith-Arena. Fans expect a committed performance, especially following the impressive 5-3 home win over Dynamo Dresden at the end of August. Match report to follow after the final whistle. For more details on the squad, visit our squad page, while upcoming fixtures can be viewed in the fixtures section.
