Holstein Kiel vs Darmstadt Prediction 4 October 2025
🔊 In the 8th round of the 2. Bundesliga, Holstein Kiel will host Darmstadt at their home ground. Kiel enter the match with inconsistent form, alternating between wins and losses, and will look to capitalize on their home advantage to solidify their mid-table position. Meanwhile, Darmstadt sit atop the standings and aim to extend their successful run, reaffirming their status as one of the strongest teams this season. The encounter promises to be intense: the hosts will fight for points on home turf, while the visitors strive to maintain their lead.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams took place on 30 April 2023 and ended with a scoreline of 0-3. Here's a comparative breakdown of the stats from that encounter (Holstein were the home side):
- possession: 62% vs 38%;
- corners: 4 vs 4;
- fouls: 17 vs 14;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 1;
- shots on target: 5 vs 5.
📊 Statistical preview of official encounters between Holstein and Darmstadt:
- 15 matches played;
- home wins - 4, away wins - 6, draws - 5;
- goals scored - 19 for Holstein, 24 for Darmstadt;
- average goals in the first half - 1.73, in the second half - 1.13;
- average total goals per match - 2.87.
Head-to-head statistics Holstein Kiel - Darmstadt

Holstein Kiel Team Overview
The last official match took place on in the 2. Bundesliga, featuring Elversberg as the home team and Holstein Kiel as the visitors. The match concluded with a 1-0 scoreline.
Here's the game statistics (Holstein Kiel vs Elversberg):
- possession: 41% vs 59%;
- corners: 4 vs 9;
- fouls: 14 vs 11;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 4;
- shots on target: 3 vs 4.
🔵 In the last round, Holstein Kiel suffered a 0-1 defeat away to Elversberg, conceding a decisive penalty in the dying minutes. After seven rounds, the team sits in 11th place with 9 points and a goal difference of +1 (8 scored - 7 conceded). Their home form is particularly concerning: at the Holstein-Stadion, Kiel have won only one of their three matches, losing twice, highlighting their inconsistency on home turf. In the upcoming clash against league leaders Darmstadt, the hosts will need to demonstrate a more composed performance to solidify their mid-table position and secure crucial points in front of their fans.
Match Results: Holstein Kiel

Darmstadt Team Overview
The last official match for the current visitors took place on in the 2. Bundesliga, where Darmstadt hosted Dynamo Dresden. The match concluded with a 2-0 victory for Darmstadt.
Here are the game statistics (Darmstadt vs Dynamo Dresden):
- possession: 40% vs 60%;
- corners: 6 vs 4;
- fouls: 15 vs 13;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 1;
- shots on target: 4 vs 0.
🟣 In the last round, Darmstadt confidently defeated Dynamo Dresden at home with a 2-0 victory, scoring the first goal late in the first half and the second early in the second half. This win marked the "Lilies'" third consecutive victory, solidifying their lead at the top of the table. They currently sit in first place with 16 points after seven rounds, boasting five wins, one draw, and one loss. With 13 goals scored, Darmstadt are tied for the highest-scoring team alongside Hannover and Arminia. Their only defeat of the season came in an away match, so they cannot afford to underestimate their opponents. In the upcoming clash with Holstein, they will need to reaffirm their status as favorites and assert their claim for promotion to the Bundesliga.
Match Results: Darmstadt
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 15;
- Home team wins - 4, Away team wins - 6, Draws - 5.
Statistics: Holstein Kiel vs Darmstadt
- Matches played in the tournament: 7 vs 7;
- Wins: 3 vs 5;
- Win percentage: 43% vs 71%;
- Losses: 4 vs 1;
- Draws: 0 vs 1.
Last 10 Matches:
- Wins: 4 vs 7;
- Losses: 6 vs 2;
- Draws: 0 vs 1.
- Holstein Kiel have not won in 9 of the last 10 head-to-head meetings.
- Holstein Kiel have not won in 8 of the last 9 head-to-head meetings (2. Bundesliga).
- Holstein Kiel have not won at home in 5 consecutive head-to-head matches.
- Darmstadt are unbeaten in 8 of their last 9 matches.
- Darmstadt are unbeaten in 7 of their last 8 matches (2. Bundesliga).
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Today's home team averages - 1.27 goals, away team - 1.6;
- Average total goals in head-to-head matches - 2.87;
- Both teams scored: all-time - 10 times; at home team's ground - 5 times.
Statistics: Holstein Kiel vs Darmstadt
- Average total in the tournament: 2.14 vs 2.57;
- Average goals scored: 1.14 vs 1.86;
- Average first-half total: 0.71 vs 0.43;
- Average second-half total: 0.43 vs 1.43;
- Holstein Kiel: average home total in the tournament - 1.33;
- Darmstadt: average away total in the tournament - 1.67;
- Last 10 matches (average total): 1.1 (home - 1.25) vs 1.9 (away - 1.6).
- Total under 3.5 goals has occurred in Holstein Kiel's last 10 consecutive matches (2. Bundesliga).
- Total under 3.5 goals has occurred in 6 of Holstein Kiel's last 7 home matches.
- Total under 3.5 goals has occurred in 8 of Darmstadt's last 9 away matches.
- Total under 3.5 goals has occurred in 7 of Darmstadt's last 8 away matches (2. Bundesliga).
- Total under 3.5 goals has occurred in 6 of Darmstadt's last 7 matches.
Corner Prediction
Holstein Kiel: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 3.43; at home - 4.67;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 4.6; at home - 4.
Darmstadt: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 5.14, away - 5.33;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 5.7; away - 6.2.
- Holstein Kiel have delivered fewer than 5.5 corners at home in the last 5 head-to-head matches.
Card Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches
- Average total yellow cards in head-to-head matches - 4 (2 for the home team and 2 for the away team);
- Average total yellow cards at the home ground - 3.88 (1.88 for the home team and 2 for the away team).
Holstein Kiel: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 3.57; at home - 2.67;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 3; at home - 2.25.
Darmstadt: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 1.57, away - 1.33;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 1.7; away - 1.6.
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 15;
- Both teams scored all-time - 10 times;
- At the home team's ground - 5 times.
Statistics: Holstein Kiel vs Darmstadt
- Total matches played in the tournament: 7 vs 7;
- Matches this season where both teams scored (BTTS): Holstein Kiel - 2, Darmstadt - 3;
- BTTS for Holstein Kiel at home - 1 (33%);
- BTTS for Darmstadt away - 1 (33%).
Last 10 Matches:
- BTTS matches: Holstein Kiel - 3, Darmstadt - 6;
- BTTS for Holstein Kiel at home - 2 (50%);
- BTTS for Darmstadt away - 3 (60%).
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Darmstadt head into the match riding high on a three-game winning streak and topping the table with the best scoring record of the season. Holstein, on the other hand, have been inconsistent: a recent away defeat, poor home performances, and low scoring make them vulnerable against the league leaders. The head-to-head history also favors the "Lilies" - they have gone five matches unbeaten against Kiel, providing an additional psychological edge. Our prediction: Darmstadt will not lose. Likely outcome - 1-2.
