Hertha BSC and Karlsruher SC played out a scoreless draw as the second matchday of the 2. Bundesliga concluded.
Both sides demonstrated attacking intent throughout the fixture, though neither could find the breakthrough goal. A notable moment came in the 68th minute with the introduction of 16-year-old Kennet Eichhorn, who became the youngest ever player to feature in the 2. Bundesliga.
The first half saw both teams prioritize defensive solidity, with Hertha’s Krattenmacher and Kownacki initiating promising attacks. Karlsruhe responded effectively, creating opportunities of their own, but neither side managed to establish a clear advantage before the interval.
Hertha increased the pressure in the second half, attempting to utilize their wide players, while Karlsruhe saw a period of increased activity in the closing stages. Despite the efforts of both teams, the match concluded with no goals scored, resulting in a point for each side.
Hertha’s next fixture is a DFB-Pokal tie against Preußen Münster on August 18th. Karlsruhe will travel to Meuselwitz the day before. Other results from Sunday’s matches saw Holstein Kiel fall to a 2-0 defeat against Arminia Bielefeld and VfL Bochum secure a 2-0 victory over SV 07 Elversberg.