Match report
1. FC Nürnberg Triumphs Over Fortuna Düsseldorf 3-2 in Thrilling 2. Bundesliga Clash
Fortuna Düsseldorf
2–3
FT
1. FC Nürnberg
Oct 3, 2025
1. FC Nürnberg staged a late comeback to secure a thrilling 3-2 win against Fortuna Düsseldorf, showcasing resilience and determination in a high-stakes clash of the 2. Bundesliga. The match was characterized by numerous turning points and intense action on both ends.
Key Facts
- • 1. FC Nürnberg scored first with Rafael Lubach's goal (25'), assisted by M. A. Zoma.
- • Fortuna Düsseldorf equalized through Anouar El Azzouzi (67'), set up by D. Schmidt.
- • Justvan converted a penalty for 1. FC Nürnberg, restoring the lead (80').
- • Christian Rasmussen scored to tie the game again for Fortuna Düsseldorf (83').
- • F.O. Becker secured victory with his late goal (85') for 1. FC Nürnberg.
Lineups
Fortuna Düsseldorf
Formation: 4-5-1
Starting XI
- 33 F. Kastenmeier (G)
- 25 M. Zimmermann (D)
- 15 T. Oberdorf (D)
- 2 J. Daland (D)
- 5 M. Heyer (D)
- 19 E. Iyoha (M)
- 8 A. El Azzouzi (M)
- 6 T. Breithaupt (M)
- 14 S. Alexandropoulos (M)
- 24 F. Muslija (M)
- 13 C. Itten (F)
Substitutes
- 1 M. Lotka
- 30 J. de Wijs
- 4 K. Schmidt
- 46 S. Suso
- 22 D. Schmidt
- 10 C. Rasmussen
- 9 Z. Celar
1. FC Nürnberg
Formation: 4-3-3
Starting XI
- 1 J. Reichert (G)
- 15 T. Drexler (D)
- 4 F. Gruber (D)
- 24 L. Lochoshvili (D)
- 21 B. Yilmaz (D)
- 25 F. O. Becker (M)
- 6 A. Markhiev (M)
- 20 P. Demba (M)
- 10 J. Justvan (F)
- 18 R. Lubach
- 23 M. A. Zoma (F)
Substitutes
- 26 C. Mathenia
- 31 R. Knoche
- 32 T. Janisch
- 41 E. Porstner
- 44 O. Karafiat
- 17 A. Chaikhoun
- 7 M. Biron
- 9 S. Telalovic
- 33 A. Grimaldi
Timeline
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6' 1. FC Nürnberg Card · Yellow CardA. MarkhievHandball
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25' 1. FC Nürnberg Goal · Normal GoalRafael Lubach · Assist: M. A. Zoma -
42' Fortuna Düsseldorf Card · Yellow CardAnouar El AzzouziFoul
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46' Fortuna Düsseldorf subst · Substitution 1Off: Sotiris Alexandropoulos · On: D. Schmidt -
61' Fortuna Düsseldorf Card · Yellow CardTim Christopher OberdorfFoul
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67' Fortuna Düsseldorf subst · Substitution 2Off: E. Iyoha · On: Christian Rasmussen -
67' Fortuna Düsseldorf Goal · Normal GoalAnouar El Azzouzi · Assist: D. Schmidt -
70' Fortuna Düsseldorf Card · Yellow CardT. BreithauptFoul
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76' 1. FC Nürnberg Var · Penalty cancelledM. A. Zoma -
77' Fortuna Düsseldorf subst · Substitution 3Off: Matthias Zimmermann · On: K. Schmidt -
77' 1. FC Nürnberg subst · Substitution 1Off: P. Demba · On: Mickaël Biron -
80' 1. FC Nürnberg Goal · PenaltyJ. Justvan -
81' Fortuna Düsseldorf subst · Substitution 4Off: J. Daland · On: J. de Wijs -
81' Fortuna Düsseldorf subst · Substitution 5Off: T. Breithaupt · On: Z. Celar -
83' Fortuna Düsseldorf Goal · Normal GoalChristian Rasmussen · Assist: Anouar El Azzouzi -
84' 1. FC Nürnberg subst · Substitution 2Off: M. A. Zoma · On: R. Knoche -
84' 1. FC Nürnberg subst · Substitution 3Off: J. Justvan · On: A. Grimaldi -
85' 1. FC Nürnberg Goal · Normal GoalF. O. Becker -
88' 1. FC Nürnberg Card · Yellow CardF. O. BeckerFoul
Match Stats
| Stat | Fortuna Düsseldorf | 1. FC Nürnberg |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 14 | 11 |
| Pass Accuracy | 85% | 84% |
| Offsides | 2 | 1 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 12 | 17 |
| Corners | 1 | 2 |
| Total Passes | 519 | 432 |
| Yellow Cards | 3 | 2 |
| Blocked Shots | 3 | 4 |
| Shots on Target | 7 | 7 |
| xG | — | — |
| Shots off Target | 2 | 6 |
| Possession | 55% | 45% |
| Goals Prevented | — | — |
| Accurate Passes | 441 | 362 |
| Shots Inside Box | 10 | 12 |
| Saves | 5 | 5 |
| Shots Outside Box | 2 | 5 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Rafael Lubach's early goal put 1. FC Nürnberg ahead, but Fortuna Düsseldorf leveled through Anouar El Azzouzi in the second half.
- ▸ The game turned decisively when Justvan scored a penalty for 1. FC Nürnberg (80'), only to see Christian Rasmussen equalize shortly after (83').
- ▸ F.O. Becker's goal five minutes later sealed the win for 1. FC Nürnberg, securing their place in the top half of the 2. Bundesliga standings.