Match Report
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Match Report
Hail stones bounce on the pitch here at AWD-Arena where Hannover 96 play host to SpVgg Greuther Fürth. A crowd of 9,914 fill this 10,000 capacity stadium.
The pitch is in good condition.
Hannover 96 are playing in a 3-4-3 formation while SpVgg Greuther Fürth appear to be shaped for 4-3-3.
Today's match is refereed by Daniel Marcelino.
The pitch is in good condition.
Hannover 96 are playing in a 3-4-3 formation while SpVgg Greuther Fürth appear to be shaped for 4-3-3.
Today's match is refereed by Daniel Marcelino.
0.00
The whistle blows and Hannover 96 kick off!
4.12
With a delightful solo run, Linus Scholz stretches the opposition's defence. Linus Scholz plays a one-two with Hannes Welke and advances towards the goal... Linus Scholz makes some space for himself and shoots at goal. It curls slightly but Samir Fromm manages to gather it comfortably.
8.28
Generoso Bia threads the ball through to Linus Scholz. Linus Scholz knocks the ball forward to Ulrich Buffel. Ulrich Buffel knocks the ball to his team mate, Hannes Welke. Hannes Welke side-steps and rifles a shot at goal. It curls slightly but Samir Fromm manages to gather it.
10.56
Marc Kohler knocks the ball forward to Lars Knapp. Lars Knapp tries a spectacular long range effort but it whistles just wide of the post!
15.01
Noah Witte makes a probing pass to Hannes Welke. Hannes Welke knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Samir Fromm who gathers it comfortably.
24.22
Noah Witte sees Hannes Welke in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Hannes Welke runs straight at the defence! Hannes Welke shoots from just inside the box. The ball dips under the bar and into the back of the net. Goal!!
28.06
Danny Ball advances with the ball. Danny Ball threads the ball through to Hannes Welke. Hannes Welke shoots from 20 yards. The keeper is more than a match for it. Good save!
30.10
Hans Van Der Pennen knocks the ball forward to Lars Knapp. Lars Knapp finds some space and shoots from distance but somehow Thierry Blake manages to keep it out.
33.23
Matthias Frieser knocks the ball to his team mate, Marc Lindemann. Marc Lindemann deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Gary Morton. Gary Morton lofts in a cross ball towards Lars Knapp. Lars Knapp flicks the ball with his head but connects badly and the ball goes wide!
36.48
Linus Scholz catches Gian Paolo Baiocco on the ankles. Linus Scholz is given a warning by the referee! Gian Paolo Baiocco hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
39.34
Gary Morton barges into Generoso Bia. The referee brings Gary Morton to one side and gives him a warning! Generoso Bia stretches but gets up unharmed.
40.04
Linus Scholz makes a simple pass to Hannes Welke. Hannes Welke plays a quick one-two with Victor Bosch and rushes in on goal... Hannes Welke shoots from just inside the box. The ball edges inside the post - goal!!
45.00
Hans Van Der Pennen passes the ball forward to Gary Morton. Gary Morton shoots from 25 yards. Magnificent save by Thierry Blake!
45.00
The whistle blows and the first half comes to an end!
Both teams emerge for the second half. Hannover 96 have changed their lineup with Aniello Mazzoli replacing Marc Lindemann. SpVgg Greuther Fürth have changed their lineup with Paul Gleisenstein replacing Thierry Blake and Patrick Lloyd replacing Linus Scholz. The Hannover 96 players look more determined than they did at the start of the game.
45.00
SpVgg Greuther Fürth kick off!
48.35
Colin Naysmith makes a probing pass to Victor Bosch. Victor Bosch controls the ball perfectly and tries a long range shot on goal but it is tipped over by Samir Fromm.
49.57
It's a corner kick. Noah Witte kicks a low ball out wide. Matthias Frieser comes in with a tackle and wins the ball, clearing it upfield.
53.21
Colin Naysmith threads a neat ball through to Ulrich Buffel. Ulrich Buffel controls the ball well and immediately threads the ball forward, putting Hannes Welke through on goal. Hannes Welke cuts inside the defence and shoots at goal. Hannes Welke scores for SpVgg Greuther Fürth!! That's his third!
59.49
Noah Witte makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Ulrich Buffel. Ulrich Buffel finds some space and shoots from distance. The ball flies a good few feet wide of the post.
60.08
SpVgg Greuther Fürth have made a substitution with Kai Meidt replacing Victor Bosch .
61.12
Moritz Schrader makes a probing pass to Patrick Lloyd. With imagination, Patrick Lloyd plays the ball forward to Ulrich Buffel. Ulrich Buffel tries a spectacular long range effort but it's a woeful effort!
63.18
Colin Naysmith threads a neat ball through to Hannes Welke. Hannes Welke knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
66.49
Colin Naysmith kicks a strong pass forward to Kai Meidt. Kai Meidt knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Samir Fromm who gathers it comfortably.
67.27
Lars Lensing makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Aniello Mazzoli. Aniello Mazzoli controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Simon Kneissl. Simon Kneissl shoots from outside the area but it flies wide!
69.01
Patrick Lloyd sees Ulrich Buffel in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Ulrich Buffel shoots from outside the area. The ball edges inside the post - goal!!
75.15
Moritz Schrader flicks a high pass forward. Noah Witte collects the pass. Noah Witte makes a simple pass to Ulrich Buffel. Ulrich Buffel tries a spectacular long range effort. The ball rattles the crossbar bouncing back into play. The loose ball is cleared by the defence.
79.27
Noah Witte controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Hannes Welke. Hannes Welke deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Ulrich Buffel but the linesman indicates offside!
81.50
Ulrich Buffel comes in with a late challenge on Matt Glass. The referee brings Ulrich Buffel to one side and gives him a warning! Matt Glass hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
90.00
Noah Witte clumsily knocks into Hans Van Der Pennen. Noah Witte is shown the yellow card! Hans Van Der Pennen hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
90.00
The referee blows the final whistle
Match Statistics
Goals
0
4
Shots on Target
2
8
Shots off Target
3
3
Offsides
0
1
Fouls
1
3
Yellow Cards
0
1
Red Cards
0
0
Possession
34.3%
65.7%
Play Area
37.3%
44.8%
17.9%
Scorers
| Hannes Welke 24, 40, 53 Ulrich Buffel 69 |
Man of the Match
| The man of the match was awarded to Hannes Welke of SpVgg Greuther Fürth |
Match Ratings
| 1. | Samir Fromm (GK) | 7 | |
| 2. | Lars Lensing (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Matt Glass (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Matthias Frieser (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Marc Kohler (MID) | 6 | |
| 6. | Hans Van Der Pennen (MID) | 6 | |
| 7. | Marc Lindemann (MID) | 6 | |
| 8. | Gian Paolo Baiocco (MID) | 6 | |
| 9. | Simon Kneissl (ATT) | 6 | |
| 10. | Lars Knapp (ATT) | 6 | |
| 11. | Gary Morton (ATT) | 6 | |
| 12. | Pascal Kuzorra (GK) | 0 | |
| 13. | Aniello Mazzoli (GK) | 6 | |
| 14. | Sebastian Beckenbauer (DEF) | 0 | |
| 1. | Thierry Blake (GK) | 6 | |
| 2. | Danny Ball (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Generoso Bia (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Moritz Schrader (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Eusebio De Poli (DEF) | 6 | |
| 6. | Linus Scholz (MID) | 6 | |
| 7. | Noah Witte (MID) | ![]() | 7 |
| 8. | Colin Naysmith (MID) | 6 | |
| 9. | Hannes Welke (ATT) | ![]() ![]() ![]() | 10 |
| 10. | Ulrich Buffel (ATT) | ![]() | 8 |
| 11. | Victor Bosch (ATT) | 6 | |
| 12. | Paul Gleisenstein (GK) | 6 | |
| 13. | Patrick Lloyd (MID) | 6 | |
| 14. | Kai Meidt (ATT) | 6 | |









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