In the 2nd Bundesliga, the 1st FC Nürnberg narrowly won his home game against Darmstadt 98. The premiere of a new signing caused cheers.
The 85th minute ran when Tim Drexler came to a conclusion after a cross from Berkay Yilmaz and scored the 1-0 (0-0) final score from six meters. For defender Drexler, 19, whom Nuremberg borrowed from TSG Hoffenheim in January, it was the first goal of his professional career.
For Nuremberg it was the third victory from the past four league games. Now the “club” is still in the midfield of the table, but at least three points in front of the opponent. He has already played more successfully this season: Darmstadt has lost three of the past four games.
Nuremberg better, then in luck
Darmstadt resigned against passive Nuremberg in a torn first half, but the hosts found their way into the game at the middle of the round and had the better chances by 20 -year -old Rafael Lubach (19th, 27th) – until intestinal states attacker Fraser Hornby pressure Robin Knoche made it and was shot by the FCN captain. The ball turned past the goal (45.+1).
Drexler ensures the acclaimed final point
After the break, the encounter became rather unsightly. Misunderstandings and tied duels shaped the action. Significant: The first major chance of the second half by Darmstadt Merville Papela (74th), which had been substituted for the injured Kai Klefisch after a good quarter of an hour, resulted in a corner kick.
Before in the final phase, when much spoke for a goalless draw, another goal was scored. As Nuremberg’s new defender Drexler appeared in the opposing penalty area and scored.
Nuremberg in Magdeburg, Darmstadt against Elversberg
The 1st FC Nürnberg has to go to Magdeburg on the 20th matchday (February 8th, 1:00 p.m.). At the same time, Darmstadt receives SV Elversberg.