VfL Bochum and Holstein Kiel square off at Vonovia Ruhrstadion at 1:30 PM Mar 22, 2026, with momentum, pride, and points at stake in the 2. Bundesliga.

VfL Bochum enter this contest riding a strong wave of form, with 3 wins from their last 5 matches. Holstein Kiel will be hoping to turn things around after a tough stretch.

Historically, Holstein Kiel lead the rivalry with 3 wins over VfL Bochum's 2. 5 of those have ended in draws. Their most recent meeting saw they last drew 1-1.

Expect a tight, tactical affair. VfL Bochum may hold the edge at Vonovia Ruhrstadion, but Holstein Kiel's quality on the break shouldn't be underestimated.