Darmstadt 98 vs Holstein Kiel: match statistics
Darmstadt 98 presents impressive home form with 75% wins and a goal difference of +17, having not lost a single match in front of their home crowd this season. The hosts score an average of 2.17 goals per home game while conceding just 0.75, giving them an advantage of 2.92 goals on average per match. Holstein Kiel is in fatal form with four defeats in their last five matches and just 0.2 points per game in that period, while their away record shows 50% losses and a negative goal difference of -7. Additionally, the visitors concede an average of 1.83 goals away while scoring just 1.25, which, given Darmstadt's efficiency at home, points to a clear advantage for the hosts. xG statistics also favor Darmstadt (1.72 vs 1.47 at home), while Holstein Kiel has a negative xG balance on the road (1.23 vs 1.79), confirming the prediction of a home victory.
Darmstadt 98 vs Holstein Kiel: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Darmstadt 98 played against Holstein Kiel in 2. Bundesliga (Germany). The game was played on March 7, 2026. Final score: 2:0.
Recent form
Darmstadt 98 has 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss over its last five games, averaging 1.60 points per game. Holstein Kiel has 0 wins, 1 draw and 4 losses, with 0.20 points per game.
Scoring records
Darmstadt 98 scores 1.88 goals per game and allows 1.17. Holstein Kiel scores 1.21 and allows 1.46. Games in this league average 2.89 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 58% of Darmstadt 98's games and 67% of Holstein Kiel's. The Over 2.5 rates are 63% and 50%, compared with league averages of 59% for BTTS and 59% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Darmstadt 98 has the higher season xG average, 1.56 to 1.31 per game. Darmstadt 98 takes 13.9 shots per game, while Holstein Kiel takes 12.1.
First-half and second-half trends
Darmstadt 98 leads at halftime in 21% of its games and scores 1.17 goals per game after halftime. Holstein Kiel leads at halftime in 29% and scores 0.67 after halftime.
When the teams score
Darmstadt 98's most productive scoring window is minutes 46-60 (10 goals). For Holstein Kiel, it is minutes 16-30 (6 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
2. Bundesliga games average 2.89 goals. Both teams score in 59% of games, and 59% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 0 home wins, 1 draw and 0 away wins. Those games averaged 2.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 100% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Darmstadt 98 presents impressive home form with 75% wins and a goal difference of +17, having not lost a single match in front of their home crowd this season. The hosts score an average of 2.17 goals per home game while conceding just 0.75, giving them an advantage of 2.92 goals on average per match. Holstein Kiel is in fatal form with four defeats in their last five matches and just 0.2 points per game in that period, while their away record shows 50% losses and a negative goal difference of -7. Additionally, the visitors concede an average of 1.83 goals away while scoring just 1.25, which, given Darmstadt's efficiency at home, points to a clear advantage for the hosts. xG statistics also favor Darmstadt (1.72 vs 1.47 at home), while Holstein Kiel has a negative xG balance on the road (1.23 vs 1.79), confirming the prediction of a home victory.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Darmstadt 98 | Holstein Kiel | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 39% | 31% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.35 | 0.32 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Darmstadt 98 is 700% better for: last-5 form.
1.6 pts / game - Darmstadt 98 · 0.2 pts / game - Holstein Kiel
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Darmstadt 98 is 55% better for: goals scored per game.
1.88 goals / game - Darmstadt 98 · 1.21 goals / game - Holstein Kiel
Darmstadt 98 is 25% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.17 goals / game - Darmstadt 98 · 1.46 goals / game - Holstein Kiel
Darmstadt 98 scores in 83% of games (20 of 24 meczów), while Holstein Kiel keeps a clean sheet in 21% (5 of 24 meczów).
Holstein Kiel scores in 88% of games (21 of 24 meczów), while Darmstadt 98 keeps a clean sheet in 38% (9 of 24 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Darmstadt 98
Over / Under - Holstein Kiel
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Holstein Kiel is 7% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.17 pts / game - Darmstadt 98 · 1.25 pts / game - Holstein Kiel
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Darmstadt 98 - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 21% of games and wins 50%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
Holstein Kiel - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 29% of games and wins 25%. Usually protects a halftime lead through the final whistle.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.80 | 2.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.0 | 1.2 |
| Goals allowed / game | 1.4 | 0.2 |
| Average goals per game | 2.4 | 1.4 |
| 1 goal | 100% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 100% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 40% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 20% | 80% |
| No goal | 40% | 0% |
| Goal difference | -2 | +5 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.40 | 1.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.0 | 1.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 1.0 | 1.2 |
| Average goals per game | 1.0 | 2.2 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 80% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 40% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 20% |
| No goal | 100% | 0% |
| Goal difference | -5 | -1 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 46-60 (10 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (8). Late-goal balance (76-90): +2 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 16-30 (6 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (8). Late-goal balance (76-90): -2 - late phases are a weakness.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Darmstadt 98
Holstein Kiel
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (2. Bundesliga).
Teams vs league
| Darmstadt 98 | Liga | Holstein Kiel | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 3.04 | 2.89 | ▼ 2.67 |
| Both teams scored | • 58% | 59% | ▲ 67% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▲ 63% | 59% | ▼ 50% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 38% | 24% | ▼ 21% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 63% | 69% | ▲ 71% |
| Goal after half-time | • 83% | 84% | • 83% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Substitutes
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Head-to-head
Record from Darmstadt 98's perspective: 0 wins, 1 draw and 0 losses against Holstein Kiel. Games average 2.00 goals, and both teams scored in 100% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Darmstadt 98 vs Holstein Kiel?
The 2. Bundesliga match finished Darmstadt 98 2:0 Holstein Kiel. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Darmstadt 98 vs Holstein Kiel?
Darmstadt 98 score 1.88 goals per game on average and Holstein Kiel 1.21. The 2. Bundesliga average is 2.89 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 59% of games. Both teams score in 58% of Darmstadt 98's matches and 67% of Holstein Kiel's.
What form are Darmstadt 98 and Holstein Kiel in?
Over the last 5 games Darmstadt 98 have a 2-2-1 record (1.60 points per game) and Holstein Kiel 0-1-4 (0.20 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Darmstadt 98 vs Holstein Kiel?
The statistical background for Darmstadt 98 vs Holstein Kiel — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under — is on this page. The tip with full reasoning and a value assessment is in the NoFluffPicks app.