1. Göppinger SV Advances in Regionalliga Südwest Promotion Playoffs
The first round of the promotion playoffs to the Regionalliga Südwest saw SV Gonsenheim defeat Türk Gücü Friedberg with a score of 2:1. This result meant that Friedberg needed a win in their next game against 1. Göppinger SV on Saturday to keep their slim chances alive.
The hosts, 1. Göppinger SV, started strong with an early opportunity to take the lead through Brück. Despite their dominance, they failed to convert their chances. Friedberg grew more active towards the end of the first half but couldn’t find the back of the net.
Göppingen continued to press in the second half, and their efforts paid off in the 59th minute when Profis capitalized on a rebound to score the opening goal. The home team remained in control, with Friedberg struggling to create meaningful chances. Ziesche sealed the victory for Göppingen with a powerful strike in the 86th minute, making it 2-0.
With this result, Türk Gücü Friedberg will remain in the Hessenliga next season, while 1. Göppinger SV will face SV Gonsenheim on Tuesday with a slight advantage in their quest for promotion to the Regionalliga Südwest. A draw in the upcoming match will be enough for Göppingen to secure their spot in the higher division.