Pure excitement: Havelse and Lok Leipzig are fighting for promotion!

Pure excitement: Havelse and Lok Leipzig are fighting for promotion!

Today, June 1st, 2025, a crucial game will take place in Garbsen between TSV Havelse and 1. FC Lokomotive Leipzig. This game is the second leg in the relegation to the 3rd league after the first leg in Leipzig ended 1-1. The outcome of the game will decide which of the two clubs can secure the last free starting place in the 3rd league for the 2025/2026 season.

The tension before kick-off was palpable as referee Patrick Alt took charge of the game. He is known for his work in the 2nd Bundesliga and 3rd League. Lok coach Jochen Seitz called Maderer into the starting eleven due to special circumstances, while Ziane sat on the bench and replaced Cevis Verkamp. Havelse's coach Samir Ferchichi decided to use the same starting lineup as in the first leg.

Intense duel with chances on both sides

At the beginning of the game, the two teams appeared to be defensively stable, while the offense initially did not produce any notable actions. Havelse created the first chance when Düker's header missed the goal. The intensity of the duels was high, but there were no serious fouls. Havelse pushed for a lead, and Riedel and Aytun had promising opportunities, but were denied by the opponent's goal.

Although Lok Leipzig had fewer problems defensively than in the first half of the first leg, they also lacked penetration in attack. The statistics showed that Havelse had a clear advantage in converting chances, even if the game went into half-time 0-0.

A decisive finale

There were no changes planned in the second half. Tension mounted as both teams desperately searched for a goal. Both sides had their chances to win the game. In the context of this encounter, the teams will have to put in extra effort as promotion to the 3rd division is at stake. Historically, it should be noted that in recent years six out of ten northern regional league teams have made it to the third division, which increases the pressure on the teams.

Havelse was able to win promotion against 1. FC Schweinfurt 05 in the 2020/2021 season, while Lok Leipzig failed at SC Verl in the 2019/2020 season due to the away goals rule. This is the 13th time that a promoted team has been determined in two games and the third time teams from the North and Northeast have met.

The rest of the game remains exciting as neither club is willing to give up without a fight. The result will not only determine the next clubs in the league, but also shape the history of these two clubs. Both teams need a win in order to be able to fulfill their ambitions and achieve promotion to the 3rd league.

How the duel between TSV Havelse and Lok Leipzig will develop remains to be seen. Spectators can look forward to an exciting final that could play an important role in the football history of both teams. A victory is now essential for both sides.

You can find more information about this special encounter in the latest reports from Kicker and DFB.