With the win against Karlsruher SC, Holstein Kiel extends its lead to third place in the 2nd Bundesliga. Against the weakest defense in the league up to that point, a 1-0 (0-0) result was achieved thanks to Lewsi Holtby’s goal (57th).
Holstein Kiel has thus taken a big step towards promotion to the Bundesliga. Coach Marcel Rapp’s team increased their lead over the relegation place to five points.
A series of three games without defeat ended for the guests. The gap to third place is six points.
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Quick start between Kiel and Karlsruhe
It was a brisk game from the start, with the hosts recording their first good finishes through Tom Rothe (3rd) and Alexander Bernhardsson (10th). But the KSC didn’t hide either after two recent 4-0 victories. Leon Jensen (23rd) missed the lead. Kiel became dangerous again before the break through Bernhardsson (34th). Kiel came out of the break with a lot of momentum. Timo Becker headed just wide from close range (47′).
The hosts kept the tempo high and deservedly took the lead thanks to a deflected shot from Holtby. The KSC then pushed vehemently for an equalizer, but ultimately without success.
Kiel in Elversberg, KSC against Magdeburg
Kiel will compete in Elversberg next Saturday (1:30 p.m.). Karlsruher SC awaits Magdeburg on Sunday (1 p.m.).