Rot-Weiss Erfurt claimed a 2-1 victory over Hertha Berlin II in the German Regionalliga on Wednesday, September 16, 2026. The match, played at the Amateurstadion in Berlin, saw the visitors come from behind to take all three points in a competitive encounter that highlighted the fine margins of the fourth tier.

Match Overview

Hertha Berlin II, the reserve side of the Bundesliga club, started with energy and took the lead in the 27th minute. A quick break down the right ended with a low cross that was turned in by striker Timo Kern. The young Hertha side looked comfortable in possession, but Rot-Weiss Erfurt remained dangerous on the counter-attack.

Erfurt equalised just before half-time in the 43rd minute when captain Carsten Kammlott converted a penalty after a handball in the box. The second half was a cagey affair, but Erfurt found the winner in the 68th minute through a brilliant individual effort from winger Tobias Kraulich, who cut inside and curled a shot into the top corner.

Key Moments

• 27’ – Goal (Hertha Berlin II): Timo Kern finished off a quick counter-attack.
• 43’ – Goal (Rot-Weiss Erfurt): Carsten Kammlott scored from the penalty spot.
• 68’ – Goal (Rot-Weiss Erfurt): Tobias Kraulich curled in a stunning winner.
• 76’ – Chance (Hertha Berlin II): A close-range header was cleared off the line.
• 90+3’ – Late save: Erfurt’s goalkeeper tipped a free-kick over the bar to secure the win.

Tactical Story

Hertha Berlin II lined up in a fluid 4-3-3, typical of their development philosophy, looking to play out from the back. Rot-Weiss Erfurt employed a disciplined 4-4-2 and pressed selectively, targeting Hertha’s young defenders. The penalty just before half-time shifted the momentum, and Erfurt’s experience showed in the second half as they managed the game. Hertha pushed bodies forward late, but Erfurt’s defence held firm.

Standout Players

Tobias Kraulich was the match-winner for Rot-Weiss Erfurt, his goal a moment of pure quality. Captain Carsten Kammlott led by example, while goalkeeper Lukas Sedlak made a crucial late save. For Hertha Berlin II, Timo Kern was lively throughout, and midfielder Jonas Michelbrink showed composure beyond his years.

Table Impact and What’s Next

The win lifts Rot-Weiss Erfurt into the top five of the German Regionalliga standings, keeping them in touch with the promotion race. Hertha Berlin II remain in mid-table, with their focus on player development rather than immediate results. The head-to-head record now reads two wins for Erfurt in the last three meetings. Erfurt will look to build on this result in their next home game, while Hertha’s reserves face a tough away trip to a fellow promotion hopeful.