FC 08 Homburg vs Reutlingen

Reutlingen's goal in the 49th minute — the first time Homburg had conceded in the game — could have sparked a nervy finale. Instead, Homburg responded within eight minutes through Roden's well-taken finish, re-establishing their two-goal lead and effectively ending the contest. Head coach Roland Seitz highlighted the team's improved resilience: "This time we were able to extend our lead and stayed stable, even though we conceded through a moment of carelessness."

Birkan Çelik — The new arrival needed only 31 minutes to open his account for the club, scoring with a poacher's finish from Schumann's cross. His movement and link-up play offered a glimpse of what he brings to the Homburg attack.

Armend Qenaj — Directly involved in two goals inside five minutes: a powerful run and assist for Çelik, followed by a clinical finish from a tight angle for the second. A constant threat down the flank before being substituted in the 63rd minute.

Frederik Schumann — Provided the assist for the opener and scored the fourth goal himself. Back in the starting XI after recent fitness concerns, Schumann's creativity from the right side was a key attacking outlet.

Jacob Roden — Scored the crucial third goal with a composed lob over the goalkeeper. His movement and finishing were a persistent problem for the Reutlingen defence.

Player of the Match: Armend Qenaj

The provider payload recorded only one event (the 30th-minute goal), but the match report from Homburg's official site reveals a clear pattern: Homburg scored four goals from open play across two distinct spells — two in a five-minute burst before half-time (31', 36'), and two more in a 20-minute spell after Reutlingen's brief revival (57', 77'). The 2-0 half-time lead suggests Homburg's superior quality told in the first period, while the 4-1 final scoreline reflected a side that managed the game effectively after conceding.

Homburg's third consecutive pre-season victory (following wins over FK 03 Pirmasens and FV Ravensburg) builds momentum ahead of the 2026-27 Regionalliga Südwest campaign. The result also marks the end of the team's training camp in the Kleinwalsertal. Next up for Homburg is their final pre-season fixture against 3. Liga side TSG Hoffenheim II on 1 August 2026 at Waldstadion (kick-off 14:00), part of the club's KICKOFF event with free admission.

For Reutlingen, the defeat against a higher-division opponent offers a reality check ahead of their WFV-Pokal first-round tie on 2 August, followed by the Oberliga Baden-Württemberg opener against FC Nöttingen on 7 August. Head coach Roland Seitz's counterpart will have noted areas to tighten up, particularly after Homburg's quick response to Reutlingen's consolation goal.

A thoroughly professional pre-season display from Homburg, who made their class count against an Oberliga opponent. The quickfire double before half-time set the platform, and the composed response to conceding showed the resilience Seitz is looking for. Çelik's debut goal and the midfield fluidity provided plenty of encouragement with the real season now just a week away.