Match report
Hannover 96 Defeats Holstein Kiel 3-1 in 2. Bundesliga
Hannover 96
3–1
FT
Holstein Kiel
Feb 8, 2026
Hannover 96 dominated from the start, capitalizing on early goals to secure a crucial win against Holstein Kiel in their 2. Bundesliga clash. Early strikes by B. Kallman and N. Aseko-Nkili set the tone for Hannover's victory, while S. T. Thordarson's late goal sealed the three points.
Key Facts
- • Hannover 96 defeated Holstein Kiel with a score of 3-1.
- • B. Kallman scored the opening goal for Hannover at minute 5, assisted by N. Aseko-Nkili.
- • N. Aseko-Nkili also netted his team's second goal in the 21st minute.
- • P. Harres reduced the deficit with a goal for Holstein Kiel in the 68th minute.
- • S. T. Thordarson scored Hannover’s third and final goal in the 78th minute, assisted by W. Kokolo.
Lineups
Hannover 96
Formation: 3-3-1-3
Starting XI
- 1 N. Noll (G)
- 5 V. Ghita (D)
- 3 B. Tomiak (D)
- 20 I. Okon (D)
- 33 M. Neubauer (M)
- 8 E. Leopold (M)
- 29 K. Oudenne (M)
- 15 N. Aseko-Nkili (M)
- 18 D. Yokota (F)
- 9 B. Kallman (F)
- 24 E. Saad (F)
Substitutes
- 30 L. Weinkauf
- 19 W. Kokolo
- 17 B. Allgeier
- 4 H. Blank
- 26 W. Taibi
- 23 S. T. Thordarson
- 13 F. Roggow
- 10 N. Weisshaupt
- 16 H. Nielsen
Holstein Kiel
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 1 T. Weiner (G)
- 23 L. Rosenboom (D)
- 26 D. Zec (D)
- 6 M. Ivezic (D)
- 47 J. Tolkin (D)
- 15 K. Davidsen (M)
- 28 J. Meffert (M)
- 20 A. Kapralik (M)
- 16 A. Kelati (M)
- 29 N. Niehoff (M)
- 19 P. Harres (F)
Substitutes
- 41 L. Rothenhagen
- 2 F. Roslyng
- 3 M. Komenda
- 40 L. Parduzi
- 10 J. Therkelsen
- 22 S. Schwab
- 48 H. Muqaj
- 18 A. Jakupovic
- 25 M. Muller
Timeline
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5' Hannover 96 Goal · Normal GoalB. Kallman · Assist: N. Aseko-Nkili -
14' Holstein Kiel Card · Yellow CardDavid ZecFoul
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21' Hannover 96 Goal · Normal GoalN. Aseko-Nkili -
43' Holstein Kiel Card · Yellow CardP. HarresFoul
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46' Holstein Kiel subst · Substitution 1Off: N. Niehoff · On: A. Jakupovic -
52' Holstein Kiel Card · Yellow CardK. DavidsenFoul
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66' Holstein Kiel subst · Substitution 2Off: J. Meffert · On: J. Therkelsen -
68' Holstein Kiel Goal · Normal GoalP. Harres -
72' Hannover 96 subst · Substitution 1Off: N. Aseko-Nkili · On: W. Kokolo -
72' Hannover 96 subst · Substitution 2Off: K. Oudenne · On: Waniss Taibi -
72' Hannover 96 subst · Substitution 3Off: E. Saad · On: S. T. Thordarson -
77' Hannover 96 subst · Substitution 4Off: I. Okon · On: H. Blank -
78' Hannover 96 Goal · Normal GoalS. T. Thordarson · Assist: W. Kokolo -
82' Hannover 96 subst · Substitution 5Off: B. Kallman · On: H. Nielsen -
84' Holstein Kiel subst · Substitution 3Off: A. Kelati · On: S. Schwab -
88' Holstein Kiel subst · Substitution 4Off: P. Harres · On: M. Muller
Match Stats
| Stat | Hannover 96 | Holstein Kiel |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 12 | 18 |
| Pass Accuracy | 84% | 81% |
| Offsides | — | — |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 20 | 8 |
| Corners | 10 | 4 |
| Total Passes | 475 | 436 |
| Yellow Cards | 0 | 3 |
| Blocked Shots | 3 | 1 |
| Shots on Target | 8 | 4 |
| xG | 3.66 | 0.75 |
| Shots off Target | 9 | 3 |
| Possession | 52% | 48% |
| Goals Prevented | 0 | 0 |
| Accurate Passes | 400 | 352 |
| Shots Inside Box | 16 | 5 |
| Saves | 4 | 4 |
| Shots Outside Box | 4 | 3 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ The early goals from B. Kallman (5') and N. Aseko-Nkili (21') gave Hannover a strong lead and control over the game.
- ▸ Holstein Kiel's goal by P. Harres in the 68th minute offered them temporary hope, but S. T. Thordarson's late strike secured Hannover’s victory.