Hertha BSC vs Darmstadt 98: match statistics
Darmstadt 98 is displaying significantly better form and results this season, occupying 2nd place in the table with a record of 10 wins, 7 draws, and only 2 defeats. The away side has already scored 34 goals while conceding 20, resulting in a positive goal difference of +2 on their travels. Hertha BSC finds itself only in 7th position, and its recent form raises serious concerns – just 0.8 points per game in their last 5 matches and no victories during that period. The hosts have a negative goal difference in home matches (-1), with 50% of their home games ending without a goal scored. Darmstadt demonstrates higher chance conversion (13% vs 6%) and a higher average of goals scored away from home (1.56 vs Hertha's 0.7 at home). Considering the clear advantage in form, league position, and offensive efficiency, Darmstadt 98 is the favorite for this match.
Hertha BSC vs Darmstadt 98: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Hertha BSC played against Darmstadt 98 in 2. Bundesliga (Germany). The game was played on February 1, 2026. Final score: 2:2.
Recent form
Hertha BSC has 0 wins, 4 draws and 1 loss over its last five games, averaging 0.80 points per game. Darmstadt 98 has 3 wins, 2 draws and 0 losses, with 2.20 points per game.
Scoring records
Hertha BSC scores 1.21 goals per game and allows 0.95. Darmstadt 98 scores 1.79 and allows 1.05. Games in this league average 2.81 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 32% of Hertha BSC's games and 53% of Darmstadt 98's. The Over 2.5 rates are 37% and 53%, compared with league averages of 55% for BTTS and 57% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Darmstadt 98 has the higher season xG average, 1.54 to 1.44 per game. Hertha BSC takes 12.6 shots per game, while Darmstadt 98 takes 13.8.
First-half and second-half trends
Hertha BSC leads at halftime in 26% of its games and scores 0.74 goals per game after halftime. Darmstadt 98 leads at halftime in 21% and scores 1.16 after halftime.
When the teams score
Hertha BSC's most productive scoring window is minutes 76-90+ (6 goals). For Darmstadt 98, it is minutes 46-60 (9 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
2. Bundesliga games average 2.81 goals. Both teams score in 55% of games, and 57% 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 0.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 0% 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 is displaying significantly better form and results this season, occupying 2nd place in the table with a record of 10 wins, 7 draws, and only 2 defeats. The away side has already scored 34 goals while conceding 20, resulting in a positive goal difference of +2 on their travels. Hertha BSC finds itself only in 7th position, and its recent form raises serious concerns – just 0.8 points per game in their last 5 matches and no victories during that period. The hosts have a negative goal difference in home matches (-1), with 50% of their home games ending without a goal scored. Darmstadt demonstrates higher chance conversion (13% vs 6%) and a higher average of goals scored away from home (1.56 vs Hertha's 0.7 at home). Considering the clear advantage in form, league position, and offensive efficiency, Darmstadt 98 is the favorite for this match.
View the statistical overviewStats by half
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
| Hertha BSC | Darmstadt 98 | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 34% | 39% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.28 | 0.34 |
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 175% better for: last-5 form.
0.8 pts / game - Hertha BSC · 2.2 pts / game - Darmstadt 98
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 48% better for: goals scored per game.
1.21 goals / game - Hertha BSC · 1.79 goals / game - Darmstadt 98
Hertha BSC is 11% better for: goals allowed per game.
0.95 goals / game - Hertha BSC · 1.05 goals / game - Darmstadt 98
Hertha BSC scores in 68% of games (13 of 19 meczów), while Darmstadt 98 keeps a clean sheet in 42% (8 of 19 meczów).
Darmstadt 98 scores in 79% of games (15 of 19 meczów), while Hertha BSC keeps a clean sheet in 53% (10 of 19 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 - Hertha BSC
Over / Under - Darmstadt 98
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.
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Hertha BSC - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 26% of games and wins 42%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
Darmstadt 98 - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 21% of games and wins 53%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.20 | 1.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.6 | 0.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 1.0 |
| Average goals per game | 1.2 | 1.6 |
| 1 goal | 40% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 40% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 40% |
| No goal | 60% | 40% |
| Goal difference | 0 | -2 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.40 | 2.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.0 | 1.2 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 0.8 |
| Average goals per game | 1.6 | 2.0 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 60% | 80% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 40% |
| No goal | 40% | 20% |
| Goal difference | +2 | +2 |
* 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 76-90 (6 goals). Concedes most in 46-60 (4). Late-goal balance (76-90): +2 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 46-60 (9 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (5). 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
Hertha BSC
Darmstadt 98
* 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
| Hertha BSC | Liga | Darmstadt 98 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▼ 2.16 | 2.81 | • 2.84 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 32% | 55% | ▼ 53% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 37% | 57% | ▼ 53% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 53% | 25% | ▲ 42% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 53% | 66% | ▼ 53% |
| Goal after half-time | ▼ 74% | 83% | ▼ 79% |
^ 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 Hertha BSC's perspective: 0 wins, 1 draw and 0 losses against Darmstadt 98. Games average 0.00 goals, and both teams scored in 0% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Hertha BSC vs Darmstadt 98?
The 2. Bundesliga match finished Hertha BSC 2:2 Darmstadt 98. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Hertha BSC vs Darmstadt 98?
Hertha BSC score 1.21 goals per game on average and Darmstadt 98 1.79. The 2. Bundesliga average is 2.81 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 57% of games. Both teams score in 32% of Hertha BSC's matches and 53% of Darmstadt 98's.
What form are Hertha BSC and Darmstadt 98 in?
Over the last 5 games Hertha BSC have a 0-4-1 record (0.80 points per game) and Darmstadt 98 3-2-0 (2.20 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Hertha BSC vs Darmstadt 98?
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.