Dramatic defeat for SV Ried: Kapfenberg shocks 2-1!
SV Ried loses 1:2 against Kapfenberger SV. Nikki Havenaar shines despite defeat. The next game against Admira is coming up.
Dramatic defeat for SV Ried: Kapfenberg shocks 2-1!
SV Guntamatic Ried suffered a bitter defeat in the promotion race of the 2nd league today. The team lost against Kapfenberger SV 1:2, although Ried was still leading 1:0 at halftime. Central defender Nikki Havenaar, who was recently signed by FC Thun, scored the opening goal for his team in the 47th minute.
But the joy over the early goal didn't last long. Kapfenberg equalized in the 58th minute through Alexander Hofleitner, who scored his 14th goal of the season. The decisive goal for the hosts came in the 75th minute when David Heinl secured the club's fourth home win in a row. Despite this defeat, Ried remains in second place in the table as Admira continues to lead by one point.
Havenaar and the path to resurgence
Nikki Havenaar, who was on loan at Neuchatel Xamax before his time at Ried, is a 28-year-old central defender with a lot of experience. He has signed a two-year contract with SV Guntamatic Ried. Wolfgang Fiala, the club's sports director, describes Havenaar as a leader and experienced player and expresses confidence that he can contribute to the stability of Rieder's defense.
Havenaar himself sees the goal clearly in mind: “I want to play in the top league and am convinced that we can achieve promotion again this season.” He was born on February 16, 1995 in Nagoya, Japan and is also a member of the Japan U18 national team. Since his signing, Havenaar has already scored his fifth goal of the season, a testament to his important role in the team.
Outlook for the upcoming games
SV Guntamatic Ried's next game is next Friday against Admira. This gives the Rieders the opportunity to differentiate themselves from the competition and take an important step towards resurgence. While the current form fluctuates, fans are hoping for a turnaround in the next duel.
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In summary, despite the defeat, there is optimism within the team, especially with a player like Nikki Havenaar, who has the potential to give the team crucial support on their way to the top league.