"Torlos-Hertha appears to be on the right path according to four decision-makers"

Hertha BSC and Darmstadt 98 Play Out Exciting 0-0 Draw

In a closely contested match, Hertha BSC and Darmstadt 98 played out an entertaining 0-0 draw at the Stadion am Böllenfalltor on Saturday. The game, which was attended by 17,810 spectators, saw both teams create numerous scoring opportunities, with Hertha BSC having more chances than in their previous games.

The Berliners started the game strongly, but Darmstadt found their rhythm as the match progressed. Hertha's Maurice Krattenmacher had the first big chance of the game, narrowly missing the ball in a central position. However, the first half ended scoreless, with both teams struggling with accurate finishing.

In the second half, Krattenmacher had another chance to score, but his goal was disallowed due to a rule violation. Kownacki also had contact with his arm that went unnoticed by the referee. In the 26th minute, a potential goal by Isac Lidberg for Darmstadt was disallowed for offside.

Darmstadt's Aleksandar Vukotic made an acrobatic save in the 40th minute to prevent Jon Dagur Thorsteinsson's header from scoring. The game remained scoreless throughout, with both teams continuing to create chances. Tjark Ernst, Hertha's keeper, prevented a potential defeat in the 84th minute by punching away Killian Corredor's header from the corner.

The game remained goalless, and in the 8th minute of extra time, Hertha's top striker, Fabian Reese, missed a clear chance, shooting wide. Reese had another opportunity in extra time, but his shot was the final missed opportunity for either team to score.

Despite the lack of a win, Hertha coach Stefan Leitl saw a positive trend in their performance. Leitl believes that Hertha is lacking the necessary luck to win a game. The coach is hopeful for their first win this Friday against SV Elversberg at the Olympiastadion.

Leitl expressed his satisfaction with the team's performance, stating, "We created more chances than in our previous games, and I am pleased with the way the team is progressing." He added, "We need to keep working hard and hopefully, our luck will turn around soon."

The game between Hertha and Darmstadt was not a 0-0 game, but an exciting one with many scoring chances. The draw leaves Hertha still waiting for their first Bundesliga win after three games. Hertha BSC will face SV Elversberg on Friday evening, August 29, 2025, at the Olympiastadion Berlin, with kickoff at 18:30.

"Torlos-Hertha appears to be on the right path according to four decision-makers"