Holstein Kiel desperately need points on Sunday, Jan 24 at 1:30 PM in the 2. Bundesliga. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Holstein Kiel come into this fixture out of form (0W 2L recently). Darmstadt, meanwhile, arrive struggling badly (1W 3L in last 5) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. Holstein Kiel head into this on the back of a defeat, while Darmstadt arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

Despite playing at home, Holstein Kiel face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Darmstadt have won 4 of 10 encounters, with 5 draws. Their last encounter ended in a 2–2 draw. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 2.8 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives Holstein Kiel a slight edge, but Darmstadt are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.