Match report

VfL Osnabrück Defeats Waldhof Mannheim 4-1 in 3. Liga Thriller

VfL Osnabrück
VfL Osnabrück
4–1
FT
Waldhof Mannheim
Waldhof Mannheim
Mar 14, 2026

In a compelling 3. Liga match, VfL Osnabrück defeated Waldhof Mannheim 4-1, showcasing remarkable offensive prowess. The match was marked by early goals from D. Kopacz and R. Meissner, and further contributions from R. Fabinski later in the game. Waldhof Mannheim managed a late consolation goal through F. Lohkemper, but could not overturn the deficit.

Key Facts

  • • D. Kopacz opened the scoring for VfL Osnabrück in the 12th minute.
  • • R. Meissner scored twice, in the 54th and 69th minutes, assisted by Lars Kehl and unassisted, respectively.
  • • R. Fabinski added two more goals for Osnabrück in the 84th and 85th minutes, with an assist from T. Lesueur.
  • • F. Lohkemper scored a late goal for Waldhof Mannheim in the 90th minute.
  • • Waldhof Mannheim received multiple yellow cards, including fouls by L. Klunter, D. Michel, and O. Ogbemudia.

Lineups

VfL Osnabrück

Formation: 3-4-2-1

Starting XI

  • 21 L. Jonsson (G)
  • 27 R. Fabinski (D)
  • 24 J. Muller (D)
  • 25 N. Wiemann (D)
  • 31 P. Kammerbauer (M)
  • 26 F. Wagner (M)
  • 15 B. Jacobsen (M)
  • 37 I. Badjie (M)
  • 29 D. Kopacz (M)
  • 18 L. Kehl (M)
  • 11 R. Meissner (F)

Substitutes

  • 1 N. Sauter
  • 3 F. Christensen
  • 4 Y. Karademir
  • 8 R. Tesche
  • 9 J. Kania
  • 10 K. Proger
  • 19 K. Wiethaup
  • 22 B. Riesselmann
  • 23 T. Lesueur

Waldhof Mannheim

Formation: 3-5-2

Starting XI

  • 1 T. Nijhuis (G)
  • 24 L. Klunter (D)
  • 6 N. Hoffmann (D)
  • 5 O. Ogbemudia (D)
  • 25 S. Ba (M)
  • 21 J. Rieckmann (M)
  • 41 D. Kryeziu (M)
  • 28 D. Michel (M)
  • 17 S. Abifade (M)
  • 7 L. Bierschenk (F)
  • 9 F. Lohkemper (F)

Substitutes

  • 16 J. Niemann
  • 12 V. Thill
  • 14 E. Iwe
  • 18 S. Yigit
  • 20 K. Asallari
  • 29 N. X. Muteba NTumba
  • 35 D. Mendes
  • 38 Masca

Timeline

  1. VfL Osnabrück
    12' VfL Osnabrück Goal · Normal Goal
    D. Kopacz
  2. Waldhof Mannheim
    15' Waldhof Mannheim Card · Yellow Card
    L. Klunter

    Foul

  3. Waldhof Mannheim
    46' Waldhof Mannheim Card · Yellow Card
    D. Michel

    Foul

  4. VfL Osnabrück
    54' VfL Osnabrück Goal · Normal Goal
    R. Meissner · Assist: Lars Kehl
  5. Waldhof Mannheim
    55' Waldhof Mannheim subst · Substitution 1
    Off: L. Bierschenk · On: K. Asallari
  6. Waldhof Mannheim
    55' Waldhof Mannheim subst · Substitution 2
    Off: D. Michel · On: Masca
  7. VfL Osnabrück
    57' VfL Osnabrück subst · Substitution 1
    Off: I. Badjie · On: Frederik Christensen
  8. Waldhof Mannheim
    60' Waldhof Mannheim Card · Yellow Card
    O. Ogbemudia

    Foul

  9. Waldhof Mannheim
    66' Waldhof Mannheim subst · Substitution 3
    Off: D. Kryeziu · On: V. Thill
  10. Waldhof Mannheim
    66' Waldhof Mannheim subst · Substitution 4
    Off: S. Abifade · On: D. Mendes
  11. VfL Osnabrück
    69' VfL Osnabrück Goal · Normal Goal
    R. Meissner
  12. VfL Osnabrück
    70' VfL Osnabrück subst · Substitution 2
    Off: Patrick Kammerbauer · On: K. Proger
  13. VfL Osnabrück
    70' VfL Osnabrück subst · Substitution 3
    Off: D. Kopacz · On: T. Lesueur
  14. VfL Osnabrück
    77' VfL Osnabrück Card · Yellow Card
    B. Jacobsen

    Foul

  15. VfL Osnabrück
    80' VfL Osnabrück subst · Substitution 4
    Off: F. Wagner · On: R. Tesche
  16. VfL Osnabrück
    80' VfL Osnabrück subst · Substitution 5
    Off: Lars Kehl · On: J. Kania
  17. VfL Osnabrück
    84' VfL Osnabrück Goal · Normal Goal
    R. Fabinski · Assist: T. Lesueur
  18. VfL Osnabrück
    85' VfL Osnabrück Goal · Normal Goal
    R. Fabinski
  19. Waldhof Mannheim
    86' Waldhof Mannheim Card · Yellow Card
    J. Rieckmann

    Foul

  20. VfL Osnabrück
    88' VfL Osnabrück Card · Yellow Card
    K. Proger

    Foul

  21. Waldhof Mannheim
    90' Waldhof Mannheim Goal · Normal Goal
    F. Lohkemper · Assist: J. Rieckmann

Match Stats

Stat VfL Osnabrück Waldhof Mannheim
Fouls 10 8
Pass Accuracy 83% 82%
Offsides 2 2
Red Cards 0 0
Total Shots 20 10
Corners 4 4
Total Passes 418 408
Yellow Cards 2 4
Blocked Shots 4 3
Shots on Target 9 1
xG 2.95 0.89
Shots off Target 7 6
Possession 51% 49%
Goals Prevented — —
Accurate Passes 348 336
Shots Inside Box 12 3
Saves 0 5
Shots Outside Box 8 7

Key Match Notes

  • ▸ D. Kopacz's early goal in the 12th minute set the tone for VfL Osnabrück, giving them a crucial early lead.
  • ▸ R. Meissner's brace in the 54th and 69th minutes solidified Osnabrück's dominance, widening the gap and dampening Mannheim's morale.