Holstein Kiel v Hannover 96 prediction
Team pages: Holstein Kiel · Hannover 96 · Head-to-head
TACTIX’s free model pick for Holstein Kiel v Hannover 96, 2. Bundesliga on Sat, 12 Dec 2026 12:30 GMT posts shortly before kick-off. Form, head-to-head and league standing for both sides are below.
The match
Holstein Kiel host Hannover 96 in the 2. Bundesliga on Saturday 12 December (kick-off 12:30 UK).
The key numbers
Holstein Kiel are winless in their last six matches in all competitions.
Form and the table
Seven of Holstein Kiel’s last 15 results in all competitions went over 2.5 goals (47%). Both teams scored in seven of Holstein Kiel’s last 15 results in all competitions (47%). At home, Holstein Kiel have two wins, four draws and one defeat in their last 7 home matches in all competitions — 1.43 points per game, scoring 1.57 and conceding 1.14. Holstein Kiel have scored seven goals, the second-fewest of the 18 clubs (2026/27 so far). Holstein Kiel have conceded 11 goals, the fifth-fewest (shared) of the 18 clubs.
Nine of Hannover 96’s last 15 results in all competitions went over 2.5 goals (60%). Both teams scored in 11 of Hannover 96’s last 15 results in all competitions (73%). Away from home, Hannover 96 have four wins, one draw and three defeats in their last 8 away matches in all competitions — 1.63 points per game, scoring 2.25 and conceding 1.38. Hannover 96 have scored eight goals, the fifth-fewest (shared) of the 18 clubs (2026/27 so far). Hannover 96 have conceded 13 goals, the eighth-fewest (shared) of the 18 clubs.
Holstein Kiel (18th) and Hannover 96 (14th) are three points apart, 2026/27 so far. TACTIX’s Glicko-2 team ratings have Hannover 96 the stronger side, 72 rating points above Holstein Kiel (Hannover 96 1509, Holstein Kiel 1437, after at least 246 rated matches each).
Head-to-head
The most recent meeting, on 8 February 2026, finished Hannover 96 3–1 Holstein Kiel.
Team news
Predicted Holstein Kiel XI (4-5-1): T. Weiner, H. Sekine, D. Zec, I. Nekić, L. Parduzi, J. Meffert, A. Kaprálik, G. Balzi, K. Davidsen, J. Therkelsen, P. Harres — derived from the last 8 line-ups, most-used eleven. By TACTIX Impact, P. Harres (4.7 per match over nine appearances, five goals and two assists) and G. Balzi (4.4 per match over nine appearances, two goals) have been Holstein Kiel’s most influential players 2026/27, all competitions. In numbers for Holstein Kiel (2026/27, all competitions, before kick-off), P. Harres averages 3.1 shots per 90 over 810 minutes, with a shot in nine of the last nine appearances. G. Balzi averages 2.6 key passes per 90 over 734 minutes, with a key pass in nine of the last nine appearances.
Predicted Hannover 96 XI (3-1-4-2): L. Weinkauf, B. Tomiak, B. Allgeier, V. Ghiță, M. Neubauer, S. Þórðarson, K. Oudenne, M. Hartel, W. Taïbi, L. Gindorf, B. Källman — derived from the last 8 line-ups, most-used eleven. By TACTIX Impact, L. Gindorf (6.3 per match over seven appearances, six goals) and M. Hartel (4.2 per match over eight appearances, three goals and one assist) have been Hannover 96’s most influential players 2026/27, all competitions. In numbers for Hannover 96 (2026/27, all competitions, before kick-off), L. Gindorf averages 3.5 shots per 90 over 511 minutes, with a shot in six of the last seven appearances. M. Hartel averages 2.5 shots per 90 over 2051 minutes, with a shot in eight of the last 10 appearances.
Written from the matches TACTIX holds for both sides; each figure names the games it is counted over.
The numbers
- Kick-off: · 2. Bundesliga · Holstein-Stadion
- Head-to-head (last 6): Holstein Kiel 3 · draws 1 · Hannover 96 2 · 3.5 goals/game
- Recent form: Holstein Kiel 0W 3D 2L · Hannover 96 1W 2D 2L
Holstein Kiel v Hannover 96 (2. Bundesliga): the key numbers are on this page — and TACTIX’s live, market-by-market track record is one click away (as of 30 July 2026). See the live track record →
Key stats
Per game, last 8 completed matches, to 17 October 2026. Over/under figures use standard thresholds, not bookmaker lines.
| Per game | Holstein Kiel for / against | Line | Hannover 96 for / against |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals scored | 0.88 for · 1.13 against n 8 Last 5 | 2.5standard | 2 for · 1.38 against n 8 Last 5 |
| Corners won | 5.63 for · 4.63 against n 8 Last 5 | 9.5standard | 6 for · 5.5 against n 8 Last 5 |
| Shots | 13.75 for · 13.75 against n 8 Last 5 | 19.5standard | 18.38 for · 18.13 against n 8 Last 5 |
| Shots on target | 3 for · 4.38 against n 8 Last 5 | 8.5standard | 7 for · 6.25 against n 8 Last 5 |
| Fouls committed | 14.88 for · 14.38 against n 8 Last 5 | 21.5standard | 11 for · 9 against n 8 Last 5 |
| Cards shown | 3.5 for · 2.75 against n 8 Last 5 | 3.5standard | 1.88 for · 1.75 against n 8 Last 5 |
Holstein Kiel
| Player | Mins | Fouls committed 1+2+ | Fouls won 1+2+ | Likely duel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I. Ugoh n 8 | 38 | 3.6 | 0.9 | — |
| K. Davidsen n 8 | 66.9 | 2.7 | 1.9 | — |
| J. Therkelsen n 8 | 57.3 | 2.4 | 2.2 | — |
| S. Schonlau n 8 | 55.9 | 2.2 | 0.4 | — |
| D. Zec n 8 | 63.6 | 2.1 | 0.5 | — |
| Player | Mins | Shots 1+2+ | Shots on target 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| P. Harres n 8 | 90 | 3.1 | 1.3 |
| F. Alidou n 8 | 34.6 | 2.3 | 0.3 |
| G. de Regt n 8 | 36.3 | 1.9 | 0.6 |
| G. Kvilitaia n 8 | 50.6 | 1.8 | 1.3 |
| A. Bernhardsson n 8 | 73.5 | 1.7 | 0.8 |
| Player | Mins | Goals 1+2+ | Assists 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| A. Bernhardsson n 8 | 73.5 | 0.5 | 0.3 |
| P. Harres n 8 | 90 | 0.5 | 0.1 |
| A. Kaprálik n 8 | 81.9 | 0.1 | 0.3 |
| G. Kvilitaia n 8 | 50.6 | 0.4 | 0 |
| G. de Regt n 8 | 36.3 | 0 | 0.3 |
| Player | Mins | Tackles 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|
| I. Ugoh n 8 | 38 | 3 |
| H. Sekine n 8 | 89.9 | 2.6 |
| K. Davidsen n 8 | 66.9 | 2.4 |
| Leon Parduzi n 8 | 58.6 | 2.3 |
| T. Wiese n 3 | 27.7 | 2.2 |
| Player | Mins | Saves 2+3+ |
|---|---|---|
| T. Weiner n 8 | 90 | 2.9 |
Hannover 96
| Player | Mins | Fouls committed 1+2+ | Fouls won 1+2+ | Likely duel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taycan Macid Etcibasi n 3 | 9.7 | 3.1 | 0 | — |
| F. Roggow n 8 | 33.9 | 2.7 | 0 | — |
| B. Pichler n 8 | 39.1 | 2 | 2 | — |
| B. Källman n 8 | 47.3 | 1.9 | 1.7 | — |
| V. Ghiță n 8 | 74.6 | 1.8 | 0.2 | — |
| Player | Mins | Shots 1+2+ | Shots on target 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| B. Pichler n 8 | 39.1 | 5.2 | 2.3 |
| M. Bundu n 8 | 58.1 | 3.7 | 2.1 |
| L. Gindorf n 8 | 65.6 | 3.4 | 2.4 |
| Taycan Macid Etcibasi n 3 | 9.7 | 3.1 | 3.1 |
| H. Chakroun n 8 | 44.9 | 2.3 | 1.8 |
| Player | Mins | Goals 1+2+ | Assists 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| L. Gindorf n 8 | 65.6 | 1 | 0 |
| B. Pichler n 8 | 39.1 | 0.6 | 0.3 |
| M. Bundu n 8 | 58.1 | 0.6 | 0.2 |
| M. Hartel n 8 | 81.6 | 0.4 | 0.1 |
| H. Matsuda n 8 | 20.9 | 0 | 0.5 |
| Player | Mins | Tackles 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|
| Taycan Macid Etcibasi n 3 | 9.7 | 3.1 |
| J. Hugonet n 8 | 87.6 | 2.7 |
| V. Ghiță n 8 | 74.6 | 2.7 |
| W. Taïbi n 8 | 77 | 2.6 |
| H. Chakroun n 8 | 44.9 | 2.3 |
| Player | Mins | Saves 2+3+ |
|---|---|---|
| L. Weinkauf n 8 | 90 | 5 |
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Form, head-to-head & standings
The numbers behind Holstein Kiel v Hannover 96 — recent results, past meetings and where each side sits. (TACTIX’s model forecast is in the projections below.)
- 2026-02-08 Hannover 96 3–1 Holstein Kiel
- 2025-08-30 Holstein Kiel 1–2 Hannover 96
- 2024-05-19 Hannover 96 1–2 Holstein Kiel
- 2023-12-16 Holstein Kiel 3–0 Hannover 96
- 2023-05-28 Hannover 96 1–5 Holstein Kiel
- 2022-11-11 Holstein Kiel 1–1 Hannover 96
Frequently asked questions
- What is the head-to-head record between Holstein Kiel and Hannover 96?
- In their last 6 meetings, Holstein Kiel won 3, Hannover 96 won 2 and there was 1 draw, averaging 3.5 goals per game.
- What is the recent form of Holstein Kiel and Hannover 96?
- Recent form — Holstein Kiel 0W 3D 2L; Hannover 96 1W 2D 2L.
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