Heidenheim fights bravely, but loses 0: 2 against Chelsea!

Heidenheim fights bravely, but loses 0: 2 against Chelsea!

A historical duel that made the hearts of fans beat faster! The 1. FC Heidenheim fought Wacker in the exciting meeting with Chelsea Chelsea, but had to give up 0: 2. In the Conference League, the courageous Heidenheimers showed that they can also exist against the billion dollar world club. Christopher Nkunku scored the goals for Chelsea in the 51st minute and Mychajlo Mudryk in the 85th minute, who secured victory to the Londoners.

But the Heidenheimers had their chances! Two hits from the substitute Maximilian Breunig were not recognized due to offside positions (79./88.). In injury time, Chelsea's Cesare Casadei saw the yellow-red card (90.+6), which, however, no longer influenced the outcome of the game. Trotz der Niederlage bleibt die Vereinschronik des 1. FC Heidenheim um ein aufregendes Kapitel reicher. Coach Frank Schmidt had already emphasized before the game that this duel will be remembered forever. After three victories in a row in the league, the team can still hope for the direct qualification for the round of 16.

Heidenheim shows fighting spirit

In front of 15,000 enthusiastic spectators, Heidenheim delivered an entertaining game and bravely held up against the Champions League winner from 2012 and 2021 until the final phase. "Let’s get Brexit Done Send Chelsea Home Tonight" emblazoned on a large banner of the Heidenheim fans who supported their team loudly. The first chance even belonged to the hosts: Mikkel Kaufmann failed just after a free kick (2nd).

goalkeeper Kevin Müller shone with several parades against the Offensive of the Premier League club and kept the Heidenheimer in the game. Despite a withdrawn penalty for Chelsea after a video evidence, Heidenheim remained dangerous. The hosts had several opportunities to take the lead, but only after Nkunku's lead goal was the 0: 2 that brought the decision. Heidenheim has shown that they can also exist against the largest in the industry!