Bundesliga Regular Season - 33
Hamburger SV 3 - 2 FT SC Freiburg
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
14' B. Jatta (A. Gronbaek)
I. Matanovic (L. Kubler) 16'
L. Kubler 20'
HT
↓ J. Manzambi ↑N. Hofler 59'
↓ J. Beste ↑J. Makengo 59'
64' L. Vuskovic
65' L. Vuskovic
66' ↓ B. Jatta ↑F. Balde
66' ↓ O. Stange ↑R. Philippe
67' F. Balde (N. Remberg)
↓ B. Ogbus ↑P. Lienhart 70'
↓ L. Kubler ↑D. Scherhant 70'
↓ M. Ginter ↑A. Jung 71'
80' ↓ A. S. Lokonga ↑Y. Poulsen
L. Holer 86'
86' N. Capaldo
I. Matanovic (V. Grifo) 87'
90'+6 ↓ F. Vieira ↑L. Lemke
90'+6 ↓ L. Vuskovic ↑S. Nandja
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Hamburger SV
Goalkeepers
Daniel Fernandes 
MAGNET
60
Activity
60
Activity
60
Passes
0
Duels
Defenders
Nicolás Capaldo 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
27%
Pass Acc
Luka Vušković 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Warmed Omari 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Bakery Jatta
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Nicolai Remberg
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
1
Assists
54%
Pass Acc
Albert Sambi Lokonga
LATE SHIFT
10
Late Mins
10
Late Mins
80
Total Mins
80
Entry
Albert Grønbæk
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
1
Assists
23%
Pass Acc
Forwards
Fábio Vieira
MAGNET
50
Activity
50
Activity
35
Passes
15
Duels
Ransford Yeboah Königsdörffer
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Otto Stange
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
65
Total Mins
66
Entry
BENCH
Sander Tangvik 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Jordan Torunarigha
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Shafiq Nandja
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Louis Lemke
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Daniel Elfadli
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Philip Otele
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Fabio Baldé 
SUPER SUB
1
Goal
1
Goal
28
Minutes
7.6
Rating
Rayan Philippe
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
28
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yussuf Poulsen
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry
SC Freiburg
Goalkeepers
Noah Atubolu 
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
1
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
Lukas Kübler 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
6.6
Rating
Matthias Ginter
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
71
Total Mins
71
Entry
Bruno Ogbus
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
68
Total Mins
70
Entry
Philipp Treu
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Midfielders
Maximilian Eggestein
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Johan Manzambi 
ENFORCER
3
Tackles
3
Tackles
6
Duels Won
75%
Win %
Jan-Niklas Beste
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
59
Total Mins
59
Entry
Lucas Höler
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Vincenzo Grifo
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
6.3
Rating
Forwards
Igor Matanović 
CLUTCH HERO
87
Goal Time
87
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
8.5
Rating
BENCH
Florian Müller
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Christian Günter
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Philipp Lienhart
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
25
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Anthony Jung
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jordy Makengo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
34
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nicolas Höfler
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
35
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Cyriaque Irié
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Derry Scherhant
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
25
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Maximilian Philipp
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/10/2026 | SC Freiburg | 2 - 1 | Hamburger SV | Bundesliga | Europa-Park-Stadion |
| 10/30/2024 | SC Freiburg | 2 - 1 | Hamburger SV | DFB Pokal | Europa-Park Stadion |
| 01/13/2023 | SC Freiburg | 6 - 2 | Hamburger SV | Friendlies Clubs | Santa Maria Polo Cancha 1 |
| 04/19/2022 | Hamburger SV | 1 - 3 | SC Freiburg | DFB Pokal | Volksparkstadion |
| 04/21/2018 | Hamburger SV | 1 - 0 | SC Freiburg | Bundesliga | Volksparkstadion |
| 12/01/2017 | SC Freiburg | 0 - 0 | Hamburger SV | Bundesliga | Schwarzwald-Stadion |
| 02/18/2017 | Hamburger SV | 2 - 2 | SC Freiburg | Bundesliga | Volksparkstadion |
| 09/20/2016 | SC Freiburg | 1 - 0 | Hamburger SV | Bundesliga | Schwarzwald-Stadion |
| 05/08/2015 | Hamburger SV | 1 - 1 | SC Freiburg | Bundesliga | Imtech Arena (Hamburg) |
| 12/13/2014 | SC Freiburg | 0 - 0 | Hamburger SV | Bundesliga | Schwarzwald-Stadion (Freiburg im Breisgau) |
01/10/2026
10/30/2024
01/13/2023
04/19/2022
04/21/2018
12/01/2017
02/18/2017
09/20/2016
05/08/2015
12/13/2014
Hamburger SV Win
SC Freiburg Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 33 GD: +82
P: 33 GD: +34
P: 33 GD: +22
P: 33 GD: +22
P: 33 GD: +17
P: 33 GD: +21
P: 33 GD: -9
P: 33 GD: -4
P: 33 GD: -12
P: 33 GD: -11
P: 33 GD: -14
P: 33 GD: -18
P: 33 GD: -15
P: 33 GD: -10
P: 33 GD: -21
P: 33 GD: -26
P: 33 GD: -29
League Standings
P: 33 GD: +82
P: 33 GD: +34
P: 33 GD: +22
P: 33 GD: +22
P: 33 GD: +17
P: 33 GD: +21
P: 33 GD: -9
P: 33 GD: -4
P: 33 GD: -12
P: 33 GD: -11
P: 33 GD: -14
P: 33 GD: -18
P: 33 GD: -15
P: 33 GD: -10
P: 33 GD: -21
P: 33 GD: -26
P: 33 GD: -29
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Hamburger SV Edge Chaotic Shootout Against Freiburg
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 78/100. A wild five-goal shootout redefined late-season drama as clinical finishing punished defensive lapses on both ends of the pitch.
The Opening Salvo
The Intensity hit fever pitch from the opening whistle at the Volksparkstadion. Hamburger SV came out swinging, dictating the tempo and pressing relentlessly deep into opposition territory. The hosts peppered the goal, ultimately unleashing 13 total shots to force the issue. The breakthrough arrived early when B. Jatta capitalized on a brilliant feed from Albert Grønbæk to slot home a 14th-minute opener. But the joy was startlingly brief. Just two minutes later, SC Freiburg punched back decisively. L. Kubler found Igor Matanović, who leveled the match instantly. This rapid-fire exchange showcased a perfect Balance of attacking intent and defensive fragility, refusing to let either side settle into a comfortable rhythm early on.
The Decisive Surge
The second half demanded a hero, and the hosts found two in incredibly quick succession. After an hour of tactical arm-wrestling that saw both sides probe for distinct weaknesses, the pendulum swung violently. Luka Vušković broke the deadlock in the 64th minute, turning the momentum entirely in Hamburg's favour. Before Freiburg could even process the heavy setback, managerial intervention paid massive dividends. Substitute F. Balde needed barely a minute on the pitch to make his lasting mark. He linked up flawlessly with N. Remberg to net a devastating third goal in the 67th minute. The Stakes were massive for Freiburg's European ambitions, yet they found themselves completely overrun during this frantic three-minute window of pure defensive collapse.
The Late Drama
Trailing 3-1, Freiburg refused to quietly accept their fate. They pushed forward desperately, turning the final ten minutes into a remarkably tense affair. Matanović completed his superb brace in the 87th minute with a lethal finish orchestrated by V. Grifo, dragging his side right back into contention. However, despite edging possession slightly at 53%, the visitors lacked the sheer volume of high-quality chances required to force an equalizer, generating a mere 0.51 expected goals across the entire match. Hamburg's sturdy rearguard held firm to secure all three points. This late-season defeat deals a massive blow to Freiburg's Conference League qualification hopes, leaving them stranded in seventh, while Hamburg cements their mid-table security with immense local pride.
Key Questions
What made Igor Matanović the Man of the Match?
He scored a clinical brace from just a handful of chances, showcasing ruthless efficiency to keep his team in the contest until the very final whistle.
What caused the 5-goal thriller?
A wild combination of three lead changes, an early opening blitz, and an immediate devastating impact from substitute F. Balde created a highly volatile tactical battle.
What does this mean for Hamburger SV's season?
Sitting comfortably mid-table on Matchday 33, this thrilling victory secures vital local pride and caps off their home campaign with massive emotional momentum.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
A Battle for Momentum
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 64/100. A perfectly balanced matchup where Freiburg's lingering European ambitions clash with Hamburg's desperate need to give their home fans something to cheer about before the season ends.
The Setup
Matchday 33 brings us to the Volksparkstadion for a contest that the data suggests is completely too close to call. A perfect Balance rating highlights how evenly matched these two sides are heading into the weekend. Hamburger SV are stuck in 11th place, plagued by a dismal Form rating after managing just one win in their last five outings. Conversely, visitors SC Freiburg sit in 8th and have built a much stronger rhythm recently. While the Stakes are relatively modest for this mid-table affair, the quality of Stars on display ensures an intriguing tactical battle rather than a dead rubber.
Key Battle
The spotlight falls on the attacking instincts of Robert Glatzel versus the midfield mastery of Johan Manzambi. Glatzel is burdened with breathing life into a stagnant Hamburg attack. Meanwhile, Manzambi is purring for Freiburg, pulling the strings and dictating the tempo with supreme confidence.
Our Prediction
Freiburg should edge this one. Expect a narrow 2-1 victory for the visitors, who will ruthlessly exploit Hamburg's ongoing defensive fragilities on the counter-attack.