In a gripping league encounter on 3rd November 2024, Delay Sports Berlin secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory against TSV Rudow II at a lively venue in Berlin. The match kicked off at 3:00 pm and drew an attendance of 155 passionate supporters, who witnessed a contest filled with drama and intensity.
Delay Sports Berlin lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, a tactical setup designed to provide both defensive solidity and attacking flair. Frederik Mittelstädt took his position in goal, while the back four consisted of Deniz-Kaan Hirik and Lukas Rantz as the right and left defenders respectively, with Julius Nissle and Alexander Letz forming the central defensive partnership. In midfield, Luca Incannova and Niklas Jahn operated as central midfielders, tasked with controlling the tempo of the game and linking defence to attack. Ahead of them, Karim Mohamad, Eleftherios Ilias, and Timo Schlitt were positioned as attacking midfielders, with Zulu Ernst leading the line as the lone striker.
The substitutes for Delay Sports Berlin included Patryk Filipiak, Firat Sucsuz, and Jonas Rohana, who were poised to make an impact should the need arise.
The match began with both teams probing for an early advantage, but it was Delay Sports Berlin who struck first. Karim Mohamad, who had already received a yellow card earlier in the match, found the back of the net in the 23rd minute, courtesy of an assist from Niklas Jahn. This goal injected confidence into the Delay Sports side, who continued to press for a second.
Just nine minutes later, Zulu Ernst doubled the lead for Delay Sports Berlin in the 32nd minute, with Lukas Rantz providing the crucial assist. The home side was now firmly in control, and despite a yellow card shown to Julius Nissle shortly thereafter, they maintained their composure heading into half-time with a 2-0 lead.
The second half commenced with a substitution for Delay Sports, as Patryk Filipiak replaced the already cautioned Karim Mohamad. However, the momentum shifted dramatically just five minutes after the restart when TSV Rudow II pulled a goal back in the 50th minute, igniting hopes of a comeback.
Delay Sports Berlin responded by making further adjustments, with Firat Sucsuz coming on for Julius Nissle in the 63rd minute, followed by Jonas Rohana replacing Eleftherios Ilias in the 71st minute. The substitutions aimed to bolster the midfield and maintain their lead, but the match grew increasingly tense.
As the clock ticked down, the match became a battle of attrition, with both sides receiving yellow cards in the latter stages. Delay Sports’ Deniz-Kaan Hirik was cautioned in the 96th minute, adding to the growing list of bookings that reflected the match's physical nature.
Despite the late pressure from TSV Rudow II, Delay Sports Berlin held firm to secure a vital three points, showcasing resilience and tactical discipline. The victory not only boosts their league standing but also reinforces their determination as they continue their campaign.
