Football-Friendly - Schleusen shoots KSC to victory against Rijeka
The Karlsruher SC won its last preparatory game in Austria. The decisive goal in the 1:0 (0:0)-victory of the second league team against the Croatian vice-champion HNK Rijeka was scored by Fabian Schleusener. The striker headed the ball in after a shot by new signing Benedikt Bauer (98. minute). The game was played in two sessions of 60 minutes each.
Before the league opener against 1. FC Nürnberg on August 3, KSC will begin the new season with another test at home. The opponent on July 27 is the French club Racing Strasbourg.
Following their victory in Austria, Karlsruher SC is set for another test game at home. The upcoming opponent on July 27 is the French club Racing Strasbourg, serving as a prelude to their league opener against 1. FC Nürnberg on August 3. Fabian Schleusener, who scored the decisive goal against HNK Rijeka, is expected to lead the team in preparation. The striker's impressive performance in Austria has raised expectations, with many looking forward to his contributions in the upcoming test matches. The club has also organized a training camp in Baden-Württemberg, which will help hone their skills before the start of the new season. Fabian Schleusener and the squad will also face Germany's Bundesliga side, 1899 Hoffenheim, in a friendly during their training camp, providing yet another opportunity for preparation.
