HSV ratings v Hoffenheim: defence not up to scratch right now! | OneFootball

HSV failed to take advantage of their rivals’ slip-ups and lost 1-2 to TSG Hoffenheim. It was their third defeat in a row.

The positive news: Compared with the disastrous performances in Stuttgart (0-4) and Bremen (1-3), the team looked improved. The bad news: Even against Hoffenheim, only a few players delivered a truly convincing performance. The defenders in particular made some dreadful errors and are rated accordingly.

Daniel Heuer Fernandes: Completely helpless for both goals conceded. Outstanding save against Ozan Kabak (35th minute) and otherwise always there when called upon. Rating: 2-

Bakery Jatta (until 74'): Extremely hardworking, but technically sloppy at the same time. Had THE huge chance (74') to make it 2-2. Rating: 4-

Nicolas Capaldo: Not his best game for HSV, but still one of the more solid performers – especially in the defensive unit. Rating: 3-

Jordan Torunarigha: Huge personal improvement compared with Stuttgart and Bremen. Played his best game since moving into the middle of the back three. Rating: 3

Warmed Omari: His poor run of form continues. Crucially lost sight of Asllani before the 0-1 and no longer looks like the calming presence he was at the start of the season. Rating: 5

William Mikelbrencis (until 74'): Playing on the unfamiliar left side of defense, he was heavily involved in both goals conceded. Also showed technical shortcomings going forward. Rating: 5

Nicolai Remberg: A model of reliability and commitment. However, he reaches his limits in possession due to a lack of vision. Rating: 3-

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HSV attack lacks cutting edge

Fabio Vieira: Occasionally found good solutions in tight spaces and at times gained a lot of ground with precise passes. He is clearly suffering from the fact that his teammates do not match his technical level. And yet the Portuguese has played better too. Rating: 3-

Albert Grønbaek: Played a decent first half and was surprisingly strong in the tackle. However, he too rarely finds the right solutions in the final third. Rating: 3-

Ransford Königsdörffer: Clearly one of the most active players in the opening phase, but not always making the right decisions. His first touch also caused him repeated problems. Rating: 4

Robert Glatzel (until 64'): Nowhere near as physically dominant as in the North derby. Still, he took advantage of a huge mistake by the TSG defense, won the penalty and converted for 1-1. His early substitution was surprising. Rating: 3-

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Otto Stange (from 64'): Extremely committed and clearly eager to fire up the crowd. But still without a truly major impact on a Bundesliga game. Rating: 3-

Sambi Lokonga (from 74'): Comeback after several weeks out injured. Will be extremely important in the season run-in. Rating: Not rated

Giorgi Gocholeishvili (from 74'): Could no longer make a decisive impact on the match in just under 20 minutes. Rating: Not rated

Rayan Philippe (from 87'): His header in the 94th minute sums up the last few weeks. Rating: Not rated

Damion Downs (from 87'): At the moment, he is only good for brief substitute appearances at most. Presumably on a farewell tour. Rating: Not rated

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