1. FC Heidenheim 1846 suffered a clear 4-1 defeat away to Hertha BSC at the Olympiastadion in Berlin this weekend in the 2. Bundesliga. Despite dominating key statistics, Frank Schmidt's team failed to convert their opportunities and missed the chance to close the gap at the top of the table.
The match was covered by live updates. Hertha took an early lead and extended their advantage throughout the second half. Heidenheim's lone goal came too late to mount any serious pressure. With this loss, Heidenheim remains three points behind league leaders Hertha BSC.
The numbers from the game tell a surprising story. Heidenheim dominated possession with 51 percent and took 17 shots, with eight on target. Hertha BSC managed only eight attempts and hit the target just twice. Berlin's efficiency in front of goal was the decisive factor. Heidenheim goalkeeper Frank Feller made only one save, while his counterpart Marius Gersbeck made four stops. Heidenheim also led in corners, 5-3. Notably, both teams committed zero fouls in the entire match.
Manager Frank Schmidt deployed a back four of Oualid Mhamdi, Patrick Mainka, Tim Siersleben, and Jonas Fohrenbach. Marcel Costly completed the defensive unit. The midfield was manned by Jan Schoppner and Adrian Beck. The attacking trio consisted of Marvin Pieringer, Budu Zivzivadze, and Mathias Honsak. Despite this lineup, the forward line could not finish their chances consistently. The current squad list shows the team is still without the injured Christian Conteh and Sirlord Conteh.
The loss in Berlin has immediate consequences for Heidenheim's position. The club now sits third with 9 points from four matches. Their record is 3 wins, 0 draws, and 1 loss, with recent form noted as WWLW. This season, the team has scored 11 goals but conceded 10, resulting in a goal difference of +1. A look at the current standings confirms the tight battle at the top of the league.
The team has a quick opportunity to bounce back next week. On September 13, 2026, Heidenheim will host 16th-placed Holstein Kiel at home. This fixture presents a clear chance to return to winning ways and close the three-point gap to the leaders. All upcoming fixtures can be found on our fixtures page. A victory is important to maintain contact with the leading pack in the 2. Bundesliga.
