But Berlin controlled the game and stepped up: Daniel Heuer Fernandes in the Hamburg box had to show all his skills against a powerful shot by Lucas Tousart (32nd), eight minutes later Tousart shot over the Hamburg goal after strong preliminary work from Ishak Belfodil.
HSV offensive too little compelling
In the second half of the game, the game picked up pace. Both teams created goal scenes. The “old lady” from Berlin had a bit of luck when Robert Glatzel was too short by HSV-Keeper Oliver Christensen narrowly missed a shot deflected by Moritz Heyer.
The cold shower for HSV and its fans followed in the 63rd minute. After the Berlin rascal had previously tried to overcome Heuer Fernandes, this time he flicked a free kick from the top left corner into the far corner.
HSV throws everything forward – in vain
Time passed. Hamburg didn’t get their next major chance until the 80th minute when Vagnoman came on as a substitute, but Suat Serdar blocked Hamburg’s shot attempt.
In the closing stages, Hamburg threw everything forward. But despite the support of the home fans and six minutes of stoppage time, Berlin made no more mistakes and in the end made the league perfect. only Tousart was sent off shortly before the final whistle for unsportsmanlike conduct.
Coach Magath, who says he “knew” that Hertha would have to play in the relegation round, would meet his old love HSV there, but would prevail in the end, left the club after this game – and has his name as a “fireman”. honor once again.
Source: dpa