Hannover 96 vs Holstein Kiel: match statistics
Hannover 96 is in significantly better form, winning four of their last five matches and averaging 2.4 points per game, while Holstein Kiel manages only 1.4 points. The hosts dominate at home with a 56% win rate and a positive goal difference (+2), whereas the visitors win just 20% of their away matches with a negative goal difference (-3). Hannover holds an advantage in expected goals at home (xG 1.92 vs xGA 1.2), indicating offensive efficiency and defensive solidity. Holstein Kiel struggles offensively on the road (xG 1.21) and has poor defense (xGA 1.77). Considering all statistics, the hosts' advantage is clear, although the visitors are capable of fighting for draws, making that outcome also possible.
Hannover 96 vs Holstein Kiel: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Hannover 96 played against Holstein Kiel in 2. Bundesliga (Germany). The game was played on February 8, 2026. Final score: 3:1.
Recent form
Hannover 96 has 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses over its last five games, averaging 1.40 points per game. Holstein Kiel has 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss, with 1.60 points per game.
Scoring records
Hannover 96 scores 1.75 goals per game and allows 1.35. Holstein Kiel scores 1.25 and allows 1.30. Games in this league average 2.85 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 60% of Hannover 96's games and 60% of Holstein Kiel's. The Over 2.5 rates are 80% and 45%, compared with league averages of 56% for BTTS and 58% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Hannover 96 has the higher season xG average, 1.69 to 1.31 per game. Hannover 96 takes 14.8 shots per game, while Holstein Kiel takes 12.3.
First-half and second-half trends
Hannover 96 leads at halftime in 35% of its games and scores 0.95 goals per game after halftime. Holstein Kiel leads at halftime in 35% and scores 0.60 after halftime.
When the teams score
Hannover 96's most productive scoring window is minutes 61-75 (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 2.85 goals. Both teams score in 56% of games, and 58% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 1 home win, 0 draws and 0 away wins. Those games averaged 3.00 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
Hannover 96 is in significantly better form, winning four of their last five matches and averaging 2.4 points per game, while Holstein Kiel manages only 1.4 points. The hosts dominate at home with a 56% win rate and a positive goal difference (+2), whereas the visitors win just 20% of their away matches with a negative goal difference (-3). Hannover holds an advantage in expected goals at home (xG 1.92 vs xGA 1.2), indicating offensive efficiency and defensive solidity. Holstein Kiel struggles offensively on the road (xG 1.21) and has poor defense (xGA 1.77). Considering all statistics, the hosts' advantage is clear, although the visitors are capable of fighting for draws, making that outcome also possible.
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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
| Hannover 96 | Holstein Kiel | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 36% | 30% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.32 | 0.33 |
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.
Holstein Kiel is 14% better for: last-5 form.
1.4 pts / game - Hannover 96 · 1.6 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.
Hannover 96 is 40% better for: goals scored per game.
1.75 goals / game - Hannover 96 · 1.25 goals / game - Holstein Kiel
Hannover 96 scores in 85% of games (17 of 20 meczów), while Holstein Kiel keeps a clean sheet in 25% (5 of 20 meczów).
Holstein Kiel scores in 85% of games (17 of 20 meczów), while Hannover 96 keeps a clean sheet in 30% (6 of 20 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 - Hannover 96
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.
Hannover 96 is 7% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.55 pts / game - Hannover 96 · 1.45 pts / game - Holstein Kiel
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Hannover 96 - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 35% of games and wins 50%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.3 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Holstein Kiel - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 35% of games and wins 30%. Usually protects a halftime lead through the final whistle.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.80 | 0.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.6 | 0.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.2 | 1.2 |
| Average goals per game | 0.8 | 1.8 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 80% | 20% |
| No goal | 40% | 40% |
| Goal difference | +2 | -3 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.60 | 1.80 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.0 | 1.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 1.0 |
| Average goals per game | 1.6 | 2.0 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 60% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 40% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 40% |
| No goal | 20% | 20% |
| Goal difference | +2 | 0 |
* 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 61-75 (10 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (9). Late-goal balance (76-90): -4 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 16-30 (6 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (6). Late-goal balance (76-90): -1 - 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
Hannover 96
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
| Hannover 96 | Liga | Holstein Kiel | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 3.10 | 2.85 | ▼ 2.55 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 60% | 56% | ▲ 60% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▲ 80% | 58% | ▼ 45% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 30% | 25% | • 25% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 70% | 67% | ▲ 70% |
| Goal after half-time | • 85% | 84% | ▼ 80% |
^ 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
Away team
Starting lineup
Substitutes
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.
Referee context
See how often this referee shows cards, awards penalties and how their matches tend to finish.
Head-to-head
Record from Hannover 96's perspective: 1 win, 0 draws and 0 losses against Holstein Kiel. Games average 3.00 goals, and both teams scored in 100% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Hannover 96 vs Holstein Kiel?
The 2. Bundesliga match finished Hannover 96 3:1 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 Hannover 96 vs Holstein Kiel?
Hannover 96 score 1.75 goals per game on average and Holstein Kiel 1.25. The 2. Bundesliga average is 2.85 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 58% of games. Both teams score in 60% of Hannover 96's matches and 60% of Holstein Kiel's.
What form are Hannover 96 and Holstein Kiel in?
Over the last 5 games Hannover 96 have a 2-1-2 record (1.40 points per game) and Holstein Kiel 2-2-1 (1.60 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Hannover 96 vs Holstein Kiel?
This page shows the full statistical context — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under. The tip, value assessment and full reasoning are in the NoFluffPicks app.