Holstein Kiel 2:2 FC St. Pauli — Match Report

Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORT

Holstein Kiel came from two goals down to draw 2-2 with FC St. Pauli in the 2. Bundesliga. The visitors led 2-0 at half-time, but Kiel’s second-half response earned them a point.

Martijn Kaars put St. Pauli ahead after 32 minutes and Taichi Hara doubled the lead just before the break, with Arkadiusz Pyrka supplying the assist. Phil Harres pulled one back for Kiel in the 56th minute with Alexander Bernhardsson assisting, and Jonas Therkelsen levelled in the 88th minute.

Kiel dominated territory, with 64% possession and 19 shots to St. Pauli’s 13, yet the away side created more big chances (5 to 2) and posted a higher expected-goals total (2.56 to 2.09). Both goalkeepers made four saves as a lively contest ended all square.

Questions & Answers

What was the final score of Holstein Kiel vs FC St. Pauli?

Holstein Kiel 2-2 FC St. Pauli (2. Bundesliga).

Who scored?

Martijn Kaars (32') for FC St. Pauli; Taichi Hara (45', assist Arkadiusz Pyrka) for FC St. Pauli; Phil Harres (56', assist Alexander Bernhardsson) for Holstein Kiel; Jonas Therkelsen (88') for Holstein Kiel.

Were there any cards in Holstein Kiel vs FC St. Pauli?

Yellow cards: Mathias Rasmussen (FC St. Pauli); Timon Weiner (Holstein Kiel); Guillermo Balzi (Holstein Kiel); Joel Chima Fujita (FC St. Pauli); Kasper Davidsen (Holstein Kiel); Ricky-Jade Jones (FC St. Pauli).

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