2. Bundesliga preview: Holstein Kiel vs. Hertha BSC

Hertha BSC will attempt to continue their flawless start to the 2026/27 2. Bundesliga season as they travel to Holstein Kiel for a crucial match on Friday. Holstein Kiel, currently at the bottom of the table, will be seeking their first points of the campaign after a run of seven consecutive league defeats. Despite their poor form, Kiel manager Tim Walter believes his team possesses the potential to upset the league leaders, given their lack of prior expectations and the opportunity for an underdog story.

Holstein Kiel's squad will be without some key players, including Lasse Rosenboom, Frederyk Roslyng, Hamza Muqaj and Taisei Abe, while Steven Skrzybski and Kasper Davidsen are doubtful. Hertha BSC, on the other hand, enters the match as the top-ranked team in the league, having won all seven of their opening fixtures and scored 19 goals.

The team's attacking prowess is evident, along with their defensive stability, which has contributed to their impressive winning streak. However, Hertha manager Stefan Leitl remains cautious, emphasizing that they will not underestimate Holstein Kiel due to their poor league position.