Match Summary
1. FC Nürnberg defeated 1. FC Kaiserslautern 3:0. The match was played in 2. Bundesliga 2025. Goals were scored by L. Lochoshvili 2′, A. Markhiev 58′ (pen.), L. Lochoshvili 83′. 4 yellow cards were shown. 1. FC Nürnberg had 49% possession while 1. FC Kaiserslautern held 51%. 1. FC Nürnberg had 21 shots (5 on target) compared to 6 (2 on target) for 1. FC Kaiserslautern. Expected goals: 1. FC Nürnberg 2.96 — 1. FC Kaiserslautern 0.52. 1. FC Nürnberg made 5 substitutions, 1. FC Kaiserslautern made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between 1. FC Nürnberg and 1. FC Kaiserslautern — 3 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: J. Justvan
Penalty
Match Statistics
1. FC Nürnberg had 49% possession against 1. FC Kaiserslautern's 51%. 1. FC Nürnberg registered 21 shots (5 on target) while 1. FC Kaiserslautern managed 6 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 11–1. Fouls committed: 10–14.
Lineups
1. FC Nürnberg lined up in a 4-1-3-2 formation under Miroslav Klose, while 1. FC Kaiserslautern deployed a 3-4-2-1 under Torsten Lieberknecht.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for 1. FC Nürnberg is 6.89, compared to 6.93 for 1. FC Kaiserslautern. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. 1. FC Nürnberg's highest-rated starter is Luka Lochoshvili (7.05), while 1. FC Kaiserslautern's best-rated player is Julian Krahl (7.21).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of 1. FC Nürnberg have contributed 3 goals and 6 assists this season, led by Luka Lochoshvili (2G). 1. FC Kaiserslautern's starters account for 11 goals and 8 assists, spearheaded by Marlon Ritter (6G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
1. FC Nürnberg deploy 4 defenders rated 6.89 on average, against 1. FC Kaiserslautern's 3-man backline averaging 6.90. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
1. FC Nürnberg field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus 1. FC Kaiserslautern's 4 rated 6.83. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
1. FC Nürnberg start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for 1. FC Kaiserslautern averaging 7.05. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 42% for 1. FC Nürnberg and —% for 1. FC Kaiserslautern. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
1. FC Nürnberg's starters have collected 19 yellow cards this season, compared to 32 for 1. FC Kaiserslautern. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of 1. FC Nürnberg's starting XI is 24.0 (youngest: Berkay Yılmaz (20), oldest: Luka Lochoshvili (27)), while 1. FC Kaiserslautern average 25.7 (youngest: Mika Haas (20), oldest: Marlon Ritter (31)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
1. FC Nürnberg's starters average 18 league appearances each, versus 22 for 1. FC Kaiserslautern. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, 1. FC Nürnberg have recorded 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 defeats. 1. FC Kaiserslautern show 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
1. FC Nürnberg and 1. FC Kaiserslautern have met 1 times — 1. FC Nürnberg won 0, 1. FC Kaiserslautern won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 2 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.00 per match (1 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–1 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (1)
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