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
Key match information
Hannover 96 played Holstein Kiel in 2. Bundesliga (Germany). The match was played on 8 February 2026. Final score: 3:1.
Current form
Hannover 96: 2-1-2, 1.40 points/match. Holstein Kiel: 2-2-1, 1.60 points/match.
Goal statistics
Hannover 96 scores 1.75 and concedes 1.35 goals per match. Holstein Kiel scores 1.25 and concedes 1.30. League average: 2.85 goals.
BTTS / Over / Under
BTTS: Hannover 96 60%, Holstein Kiel 60%. Over 2.5: Hannover 96 80%, Holstein Kiel 45%. League level: BTTS 56%, Over 2.5 58%.
xG, shots and style
Hannover 96 has higher xG: 1.69 vs 1.31. Hannover 96: 14.8 shots per match, Holstein Kiel: 12.3.
Match halves
Hannover 96: half-time lead 35%, second-half goals 0.95. Holstein Kiel: half-time lead 35%, second-half goals 0.60.
Goals by minute
Hannover 96: 61-75 (10 goals). Holstein Kiel: 16-30 (6 goals). This is historical distribution, not a predicted goal minute.
League context
2. Bundesliga: 2.85 goals per match, BTTS 56%, Over 2.5 58%.
Head-to-head
Before this fixture, 1 previous H2H matches were available: 1-0-0. Average goals 3.00, BTTS 100%.
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.
View the statistical overviewHalf-by-half
Match statistics
Pre-match profile— what do the season numbers say?
This is a team profile based on season data and form. Match-flow statistics are shown only after the fixture is played.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Attack and defence comparison for both teams in the current 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 matches and season record, overall and split by home and away matches.
Holstein Kiel is 14% better for: last-5 form.
1.4 pts / match - Hannover 96 · 1.6 pts / match - 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 match.
1.75 goals / match - Hannover 96 · 1.25 goals / match - Holstein Kiel
Hannover 96 scores in 85% of matches (17 of 20 matches), while Holstein Kiel keeps a clean sheet in 25% (5 of 20 matches).
Holstein Kiel scores in 85% of matches (17 of 20 matches), while Hannover 96 keeps a clean sheet in 30% (6 of 20 matches).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away matches in the current season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often both teams' matches have goals on both sides, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these matches cross the goal lines?
How often matches involving these teams clear goal thresholds, in the full match and in each half.
Full match - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Hannover 96
Over / Under - Holstein Kiel
1st half
2nd half
Match 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 / match - Hannover 96 · 1.45 pts / match - Holstein Kiel
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Hannover 96 - second-half results
Leads at half-time in 35% of matches and wins 50%. Also wins matches without a half-time lead.
Concedes 0.3 more goals per match after half-time - defensive level drops in the second half.
Holstein Kiel - second-half results
Leads at half-time in 35% of matches and wins 30%. Usually protects the lead until full-time.
Defence stays stable across the full match.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per match | 1.80 | 0.60 |
| Goals scored / match | 0.6 | 0.6 |
| Goals conceded / match | 0.2 | 1.2 |
| Average goals in match | 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 match | 1.60 | 1.80 |
| Goals scored / match | 1.0 | 1.0 |
| Goals conceded / match | 0.6 | 1.0 |
| Average goals in match | 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 |
* Colours in tables show event frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate, red is rare. It is frequency, not a team rating.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
Match phases in which both teams most often score and concede.
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 based on completed matches from the current season.
Match profile
Hannover 96
Holstein Kiel
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range are calculated from public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical match profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed matches 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 in match | ▲ 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
Previous meeting: Hannover 96 1 - 0 - 0 Holstein Kiel. Average goals 3.00, both teams scored in 100% matches.
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.