Hertha Berlin 2-1 SpVgg Greuther Fürth | 2. Bundesliga Matchday Report

Hertha Berlin maintained their push for automatic promotion with a hard-fought 2-1 win over SpVgg Greuther Fürth at the Olympiastadion on May 10, 2026. The match was a tale of two halves, with Hertha racing into an early lead before withstanding a Fürth fightback that saw the visitors equalise and then miss a penalty.

First-Half Speed

Hertha started with intensity and took the lead inside the opening five minutes. A quick throw-in caught Fürth napping, and Hertha's striker curled a beautiful shot into the far corner. The Berliners continued to dominate and doubled their advantage in the 22nd minute when a corner was bundled home after a goalmouth scramble. Fürth struggled to create chances against a well-organised Hertha defence.

Second-Half Storm

The game turned after the break. Fürth's coach made tactical adjustments, and the visitors began to press higher. They pulled a goal back in the 58th minute through a powerful header from a set piece. Ten minutes later, Hertha gave away a clumsy penalty, but their goalkeeper made a crucial save low to his left, keeping the lead intact. From that moment, Hertha managed the game expertly, slowing the tempo and running down the clock.

Key Stats & Standings Impact

• Possession: Hertha 51% – 49% Fürth
• Shots on target: Hertha 5 – 4 Fürth
• Attendance: 42,180
• Table context: Hertha's fourth consecutive win moved them to 2nd place, one point behind leaders Hannover 96, while Fürth dropped to 7th, seeing their slim promotion hopes fade.

Hero of the Match

Hertha's goalkeeper was the clear hero. His penalty save in the 68th minute was the turning point, and he also made a series of smart stops in the final quarter to secure the points. His performance underlined why he is considered one of the division's top shot-stoppers.

This result keeps the capital club firmly in the Bundesliga promotion race with just three matchdays remaining.