Ulm experiences a disappointing 3-1 defeat at the hands of SV Wehen Wiesbaden in the season opener
In the opening match of the 2025.2026 3rd League season, SV Wehen Wiesbaden showcased resilience and determination, securing a 3-1 home victory against SSV Ulm 1846.
The game, played before an attendance of 4,147 spectators, started chaotically with both teams feeling each other out. The early stages were marked by tense moments and a lack of clear offensive opportunities.
The first notable offensive moment came after the break, when Ulm equalized in the 85th minute. However, SV Wehen Wiesbaden responded swiftly, scoring the go-ahead goal in the 32nd minute. Ryan Nils Johansson capitalized on a deflected cross to put the hosts in the lead.
Fatih Kaya extended the lead in the 46th minute, and it seemed as though SV Wehen Wiesbaden were cruising towards a comfortable victory. However, a missed penalty by Kaya in the 87th minute, wide of the target, added a touch of drama to the final moments of the game.
The winning goal came in the 10th minute of added time, with Nikolas Agrafiotis sealing the victory for SV Wehen Wiesbaden. The 3-1 scoreline reflected a hard-fought victory for the home team.
Coach Nils Dröge discussed expectations, team spirit, and pace in an interview before the match. He emphasized the need for intensity and a focus on performance over labels. This strategic rejuvenation seems to have paid off, as the team demonstrated a strong showing in their first game of the season.
SV Wehen Wiesbaden's squad for the 2025.2026 season can be found here. Among the new additions is Robin Heußer, who signed a 2-year deal with the club, becoming their third new signing. However, José Enrique Rios Alonso was not used in the first game of the season.
The referee for the match was Felix Bickel. The game between SV Wehen Wiesbaden and Rot-Weiss Essen, which took place in the previous week, revealed familiar weaknesses in the team's performance, as they lost 3-4 in stoppage time. Despite this setback, the team will undoubtedly look to build on their opening victory as they continue their season.
