One HSV star outshines all, player ratings from win over Köln | OneFootball

The hoped-for breakthrough has been achieved. With a 2-1 win over 1. FC Köln, HSV celebrated their first victory of the season.

The door-opener was the goal from Nicolas Capaldo, who put the Rothosen 1-0 ahead shortly before half-time (44'). Against a Köln side that had been superior up to that point, HSV then grew into the game and made it 2-0 through substitute Yussuf Poulsen (50'). Ragnar Ache’s late goal (90') briefly caused some nerves at the Volksparkstadion, but in the end Hamburg were able to celebrate an unbelievably important home win together with their fans.

HSV vs. Köln: the player ratings

Daniel Heuer Fernandes: The man of the first half. He made brilliant saves against Moore, El Mala, and especially from Dallinga’s header. He was also on hand with several strong interventions after the restart and had no chance with Ache’s header. Rating: 2

Zakaria El Ouahdi (until 77'): In combination with Capaldo, he looked far more settled than he had in Leipzig. Even so, it was still apparent at times that work against the ball is not his greatest strength. Nevertheless, he set an example with his energy and commitment. Rating: 3+

Nicolas Capaldo: The vice-captain also looked much improved after an unusual dip in form. A hugely important clearance in the 24th minute. His goal for 1-0 (44') was the deserved reward for a strong performance, which he fittingly ended as “Man of the Match.” Rating: 1-

Jordan Torunarigha: Showed enormous commitment and was clearly determined to make up for the weak performances of recent weeks. He managed that for long stretches. Rating: 2-

Warmed Omari: The same applied to the Comorian. Solid defensively, but no longer showing the build-up quality that had distinguished him at the start of last season. Compared to the players alongside him, he was slightly below their level. Rating: 3-

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David Möller Wolfe (until 77'): Rarely involved going forward. In the first half alone, he had just ten touches, one of which resulted in a miscued cross. But with a perfectly timed ball before the 2-0 (50'), he showed the potential he possesses. Rating: 3

Nicolai Remberg: An unspectacular but solid performance. He almost made it 3-0 with a header (55'). Rating: 3-

Sambi Lokonga (until 90'): He recorded several important ball recoveries, and his defensive tracking was on point. Given his defensive role, though, he was only rarely able to show his strengths in passing. Rating: 3-

Fabio Vieira: After an inconspicuous first half, he definitely responded well. His best moment was a free-kick that Schwäbe just managed to tip over the bar (79'). Even so, he is still not quite the player he was last season. The three-week international break will do him good. Rating: 3

Albert Grønbaek (until 67'): A performance with a little shadow and a lot of light. He was barely involved for long periods and often made the wrong decisions or made them too late. The two assists (44' and 50') will do him all the more good. His ball to Poulsen before the 2-0 in particular was outstanding. Rating: 2-

Terem Moffi (until 46'): He still completely lacks any connection to HSV’s play. In total, he was on the ball only five times and has not yet provided the aerial presence that was hoped for either. Substituting him at half-time was the logical decision. Rating: 5

How HSV’s substitutes performed:

Yussuf Poulsen (from 46'): Scored his second competitive goal (50') for HSV just five minutes after coming on. After an enormous effort, he also had the chance to make it 3-0 (69'). An outstanding display off the bench. Rating: 2

Patson Daka (from 67'): After coming on, he did not have any major moments. But his pace can definitely become a weapon in transition situations. Rating: Not rated

Louis Lemke (from 67'): With a precise cross to Vieira, he showed that he can definitely play. He also played his part in the first win of the season. Rating: Not rated

Bakery Jatta (from 77'): Also put in passionate defensive work in the closing minutes. Rating: Not rated

Martin Adeline (from 90'): The shortest appearance of the day. Rating: Not rated

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