In a dominant performance, SV Elversberg defeated Jahn Regensburg 6-0 in the 2. Bundesliga, keeping their promotion hopes alive. Tom Zimmerschied, Carlo Sickinger, and Fislik Asllani opened the scoring, with Semih Sahin, Robin Fellhauer, and Asllani adding goals in the second half. Meanwhile, Regensburg’s struggles continue, marking their seventh straight away loss, leaving them with a difficult path to overcome an eight-point gap for safety. Elversberg will next face Hannover, while Regensburg hosts FC Schalke 04.
SV Elversberg Dominates Jahn Regensburg in 2. Bundesliga Showdown
In a commanding display against the struggling Jahn Regensburg, SV Elversberg showcased their potential in the 2. Bundesliga with a resounding 6-0 victory. This win keeps Elversberg firmly in the hunt for promotion, as they trail third place by just two points after the 28th matchday.
The match began with Tom Zimmerschied scoring the opener in the 13th minute, followed by Carlo Sickinger converting a penalty in the 36th minute. Fislik Asllani added a third goal just before halftime, giving Elversberg a comfortable lead at 3-0. The second half saw Semih Sahin (57th minute), Robin Fellhauer (65th minute), and Asllani netting his second (87th minute) to complete the rout. Coach Horst Steffen expressed his satisfaction post-match, stating, “We felt from the start: We got our spaces and played accordingly.”
Regensburg Struggles Continue Amidst Pressure
With six matches remaining, Elversberg is still dreaming of a significant promotion to the Bundesliga, while Regensburg finds themselves facing increasing pressure as they suffered their seventh consecutive away defeat. Coach Andreas Patz lamented the situation, declaring, “That’s simply unacceptable.” The promoted team now faces a daunting challenge to close an eight-point gap in just six games based on their current form.
Regensburg entered the match with determination, showing their fighting spirit early on. Sargis Adamyan had a promising chance in the opening minutes, but his efforts were thwarted by the Elversberg defense. The hosts quickly demonstrated their ability to capitalize on opportunities with Zimmerschied’s goal following a well-executed corner kick.
As the match progressed, Regensburg struggled to convert their chances, while Elversberg continued to strike efficiently. Sickinger’s penalty made it 2-0 after Andreas Geipl’s handball, and Asllani’s close-range finish extended the lead. The second half saw Elversberg maintain their momentum, with Sahin scoring a stunning goal, followed by Fellhauer and Asllani adding to the tally.
Elversberg’s impressive performance culminated in a remarkable 6-0 victory, marking their highest win in the second division. Looking ahead, Elversberg will face Hannover in their next match on April 12, 2025, while Regensburg prepares to host FC Schalke 04 on Sunday at 1:30 PM. The final stretch of the 2024/25 season promises to be thrilling as teams vie for position in the 2. Bundesliga.