Eintracht Braunschweig celebrates its first win: 2-1 against Fortuna Düsseldorf!

Eintracht Braunschweig celebrates its first win: 2-1 against Fortuna Düsseldorf!

There is a sense of alarm in Braunschweig, but unity provides relief! On October 18, 2025, the club urgently needed a win in the guest game against Fortuna Düsseldorf. And that's exactly what they managed to do as they left the field victorious with a score of 2-1. After a losing streak of seven games, it was the first win under coach Heiner Backhaus, who can now concentrate on the upcoming Niedersachsensenderby against Hannover 96.

In Düsseldorf the conditions were anything but ideal. With a shrill chorus of whistles from the home fans at half-time, it was clear that the supporters were dissatisfied with their team's performance. Until the 20th minute, Fortuna dominated the game with 58% possession, but couldn't make anything countable out of it.

Quick goals and a fighting Braunschweig

The first two goals for Eintracht came in the first half - a real outcry in Braunschweig's current league situation. Particularly noteworthy is Christian Conteh, who scored the first goal in the 25th minute. After a pass from Max Marie, Conteh scored from a tight angle, and this goal was celebrated as his 1,000th goal in the history of the 2nd Bundesliga. Just minutes later, in the 39th minute, it was Max Marie again who made it 2-0 after an assist from Conteh.

After the break, the 22,000 spectators saw a different picture. The Düsseldorf team increased the pressure and were able to score the next goal in the 65th minute through Kenneth Schmidt. Nevertheless, Eintracht's defense held up and secured the narrow but important victory.

A new trainer with challenges

For Fortuna Düsseldorf, the era under new coach Markus beginning began anything but pleasantly. Daniel Thioune's change of coach at the beginning was a reaction to the mixed season so far, but this first game will be remembered as a bitter start. Fortuna had field superiority and numerous chances in the second half, but efficiency fell by the wayside.

Eintracht Braunschweig can now start the upcoming games with fresh motivation. Heiner Backhaus can thus avert initial criticism and prepare for the upcoming derby. A win in the Niedersachsensenderby against Hannover 96 could further confirm the upswing and give the team the necessary self-confidence.

The current developments in the 2nd Bundesliga show that this season will be anything but boring - changes of coach and passionate games are the order of the day. But that's what makes football so exciting. It remains to be seen where Braunschweig and Düsseldorf will go. But one thing is certain: it remains exciting! For more information on coaching changes in the league, it's worth taking a look at Transfer market.