Holstein Kiel Vs Wolfsburg Preview Rapp And Hasenhuettl Looking To Build On Promising Signs

Holstein Kiel vs Wolfsburg Preview: Rapp and Hasenhüttl Looking to Build on Promising Signs

Holstein Kiel

- Currently sitting in 7th position in the Bundesliga 2 table, just two points outside the promotion play-off places. - Have won their last two league matches, scoring six goals in the process. - Boast a strong home record, having lost just one of their last seven matches at the Holstein-Stadion.

Wolfsburg

- Currently in 14th position in the Bundesliga table, just six points above the relegation zone. - Have won just one of their last five league matches, losing three of those. - Have a poor away record, having won just one of their last nine matches on the road.

What's at Stake?

For Holstein Kiel, this is a chance to move into the promotion play-off places. For Wolfsburg, it is a chance to move further away from the relegation zone.

Key Players

Holstein Kiel
- Fabian Reese: The 24-year-old defender has been in excellent form for Kiel this season, scoring four goals in 16 appearances.
- Steven Skrzybski: The 29-year-old striker is Kiel's top scorer this season with six goals in 16 appearances.
- Fin Bartels: The 35-year-old winger is a veteran of the Bundesliga and has been a key player for Kiel this season.

Wolfsburg
- Max Kruse: The 34-year-old striker is Wolfsburg's most experienced player and their top scorer this season with five goals in 16 appearances.
- Jonas Wind: The 23-year-old striker has been in good form for Wolfsburg this season, scoring four goals in 12 appearances.
- Renato Steffen: The 31-year-old midfielder has been a key player for Wolfsburg this season, providing three assists in 16 appearances.

Prediction

This is a tough match to call, but Holstein Kiel's home form and recent good form make them slight favorites. I predict a 2-1 win for the home side.

Odds

Holstein Kiel: 2.20
Draw: 3.50
Wolfsburg: 3.20