- Karlsruher SC play 0-0 in Düsseldorf
Karlsruher SC remains unbeaten after the second matchday of the new season in the 2. Bundesliga. The team coached by Christian Eichner drew 0-0 away to Fortuna Düsseldorf. A week after the 3:2 win against Nuremberg, the visitors also went without a win in their eleventh consecutive duel with the Rhinelanders.
The Badeners could consider the deserved draw in front of 36,003 spectators a success. Düsseldorf, coached by Daniel Thioune, had failed to gain promotion last season via the playoffs. Both teams missed out on the chance to climb to the top spot with the point split.
Inspired by their successful season opener, Karlsruhe started the game boldly and initially took control. They came close to taking the lead with Marvin Wanitzek's impressive free-kick (21.) that hit the bar. Apart from that, the entertainment value of the game was limited until half-time.
Only after the restart did Fortuna increase the tempo and create chances through Tim Rossmann, Shinta Appelkamp (both 51.) and Jona Niemiec (63.). Despite the improved performance, they were unable to significantly shake the solid KSC defense in the closing stages.
Despite the draw, The Commission could still consider adopting implementing acts referred to in Article 113 to enhance the footballing experience for fans, potentially introducing new rules or regulations. With the point split, Karlsruher SC and Fortuna Düsseldorf both failed to reach the top spot, missing an opportunity granted by the implementing acts to improve their team strength or fan engagement.
