1. FC Nürnberg vs 1. FC Kaiserslautern, 2. Bundesliga 2023-24 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
1. FC Nürnberg vs 1. FC Kaiserslautern — 2. Bundesliga at Max-Morlock-Stadion.
- 1. FC Nürnberg 34 games · 46 pts (2026/27)
- 1. FC Kaiserslautern 34 games · 52 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Michael Bacher
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | FC Schalke 04 | 34 | 70 |
| 2 | SV 07 Elversberg | 34 | 62 |
| 3 | SC Paderborn 07 | 34 | 62 |
| 4 | Hannover 96 | 34 | 60 |
| 5 | SV Darmstadt 98 | 34 | 52 |
| 6 | 1. FC Kaiserslautern | 34 | 52 |
| 7 | Hertha BSC | 34 | 51 |
| 8 | 1. FC Nürnberg | 34 | 46 |
| 9 | VfL Bochum 1848 | 34 | 44 |
| 10 | Karlsruher SC | 34 | 44 |
| 11 | SG Dynamo Dresden | 34 | 41 |
| 12 | Holstein Kiel | 34 | 41 |
| 13 | Arminia Bielefeld | 34 | 39 |
| 14 | 1. FC Magdeburg | 34 | 39 |
| 15 | Eintracht Braunschweig | 34 | 37 |
| 16 | SpVgg Greuther Fürth 1903 | 34 | 37 |
| 17 | TSV Fortuna 95 Düsseldorf | 34 | 37 |
| 18 | SC Preußen Münster | 34 | 30 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Feb | 1. FC Kaiserslautern | H | 1–1 | D |
| 09 Feb | SV Wehen Wiesbaden | A | 1–1 | D |
| 03 Feb | VfL Osnabrück | H | 2–2 | D |
| 26 Jan | Hannover 96 | A | 0–3 | L |
| 20 Jan | FC Hansa Rostock | H | 3–0 | W |
| 16 Dec | Hamburger SV | H | 0–2 | L |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Feb | 1. FC Nürnberg | A | 1–1 | D |
| 10 Feb | SC Paderborn 07 | H | 1–2 | L |
| 04 Feb | SV 07 Elversberg | A | 1–2 | L |
| 31 Jan | Hertha BSC | A | 3–1 | W |
| 26 Jan | FC Schalke 04 | H | 4–1 | W |
| 20 Jan | FC St. Pauli 1910 | A | 0–2 | L |
Season Stats
| 1. FC Nürnberg | 1. FC Kaiserslautern | |
|---|---|---|
| #8 | Position | #6 |
| 46 | Points | 52 |
| 34 | Played | 34 |
| 12 / 10 / 12 | W / D / L | 16 / 4 / 14 |
| 47 | Scored | 52 |
| 45 | Conceded | 47 |
| +2 | GD | +5 |
| 1.35 | PPG | 1.53 |
| 35% | Win % | 47% |
Key Stats
63%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (8 games)
H2H (8 games)
50%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
1. FC Nürnberg are 8th (46 pts). 1. FC Kaiserslautern are 6th (52 pts).
Events
Match Events
- 0' The referee blows the starting whistle. The fans are roaring. The teams are ready for the match. 1. FC Nurnberg is hosting 1. FC Kaiserslautern for another epic battle.
- 5' 1. FC Nurnberg currently sit in the Array table. A result here could be decisive in the race for the top positions.
- 10' Kevin Kraus has been disciplined this evening — perhaps mindful of those 0 cards already picked up this season.
- 15' We miss some good tackles and strikes. Is there anyone on the field to put the game back to action?
- 20' The teams are not in a rush to score plenty of goals. It might look strange considering 1. FC Nurnberg that had 295 games and scored 184 goals.
- 25' 1. FC Kaiserslautern are keeping things exceptionally tight at the back. It will take something special to break them down.
- 30' It looks like no one’s ball. 1. FC Kaiserslautern is used to counterattacking playing. None of the sides are ready to take the lead.
- 34' Richmond Tachie does the damage! The net is bulging and 1. FC Kaiserslautern surge ahead!
- 38' Can Uzun catches the referee's attention in entirely the wrong way. card on 38.
- 43' 1. FC Kaiserslautern is defending very well tonight not leaving a chance for their rivals to get through for a goal.
- 45' Controversy at the stadium! Erik Wekesser argues furiously but the card stands.
- 46' Finn Jeltsch is ready to make an impact after coming on for Ahmet Gurleyen at the 46 minute mark.
- 49' The referee has no hesitation. Finn Jeltsch is booked for 1. FC Nurnberg — card on 49.
- 54' A quiet spell here at Max-Morlock-Stadion. 1. FC Nurnberg seem content sitting deep and soaking up pressure.
- 57' The referee has no hesitation. Filip Kaloc is booked for 1. FC Kaiserslautern — card on 57.
- 61' Jens Castrop makes way for Lukas Schleimer at the 61 minute mark. A tactical switch from 1. FC Nurnberg.
- 64' What a moment for Can Uzun! That strike on 64 puts his side firmly in control.
- 65' Fresh legs for 1. FC Kaiserslautern! Julian Niehues comes on to replace Filip Kaloc.
- 69' 1. FC Kaiserslautern manager makes another effort to make the tables turned. Dickson Abiama is hanging Kenny Prince Redondo on the field on 69 minute.
- 74' The energy levels are beginning to show. Cristian Fiel might look to freshen things up shortly.
- 75' The referee shows 1. FC Kaiserslautern player a card on 75.
- 80' Neither side is committing men forward. This has all the hallmarks of a tense, tactical contest.
- 84' It’s gonna be a card for Jan Gyamerah.
- 84' The whistle greets Richmond Tachie as he departs to be replaced by Philipp Klement.
- 88' The whistle greets Can Uzun as he departs to be replaced by Joseph Hungbo.
- 90' Tymoteusz Puchacz has been a danger all night but risks an early exit having now seen a card on 90.
- 90' 1. FC Nurnberg ring the changes. Sebastian Andersson has done his job and it is now time for Julian Kania to step up.
- The final score is 1-1.
Lineups
1. FC Nürnberg Lineups
Starting XI
- 3
- 38
- 28
- 20
- 13
- 6
- 1
- 17
- 27
- 42
- 11
Bench
- 5
- 22
- 26
- 36
- 23
- 43
- 46
- 44
Coach
Cristian Fiel
1. FC Kaiserslautern Lineups
Starting XI
- 18
- 11
- 5
- 8
-
7
Marlon Ritter ↓ Aaron Opoku 84'
- 9
- 29
- 15
- 33
- 2
-
26
Filip Kaloc ↓ Julian Niehues 65'
Bench
- 6
- 32
- 31
-
10
Philipp Klement ↑ 84'
-
17
Aaron Opoku ↑ 84'
- 20
-
40
Dickson Abiama ↑ 69'
-
16
Julian Niehues ↑ 65'
- 25
Coach
Friedhelm Funkel
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Richmond Tachie | 3 |
| Ragnar Ache | 2 |
| Timmy Thiele | 2 |
| Tymoteusz Puchacz | 1 |
| Lukas Schleimer | 1 |
| Can Uzun | 1 |
| Marlon Ritter | 1 |
| Mahir Emreli | 1 |
Head to Head
1. FC Nürnberg Form
1. FC Kaiserslautern Form
2024-02-18
1. FC Nürnberg
1–1
1. FC Kaiserslautern
D
2024-02-10
1. FC Kaiserslautern
1–2
SC Paderborn 07
L
2024-02-04
SV 07 Elversberg
2–1
1. FC Kaiserslautern
L
2024-01-31
Hertha BSC
1–3
1. FC Kaiserslautern
W
2024-01-26
1. FC Kaiserslautern
4–1
FC Schalke 04
W
2024-01-20
FC St. Pauli 1910
2–0
1. FC Kaiserslautern
L
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
1 / 4
1.42
1. FC Nürnberg xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.47
1. FC Kaiserslautern xG
I would bet for:
1. FC Nürnberg or 1. FC Kaiserslautern 73% + Both teams to score 59%
Match Result
✗ WrongActual: Draw
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 2.89
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✗ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 93% |
|
7% |
| ± 1.5 | 78% |
|
22% |
| ± 2.5 | 54% |
|
46% |
| ± 3.5 | 33% |
|
67% |
| ± 4.5 | 17% |
|
83% |
Double Chance
1. FC Nürnberg or Draw
65%
Draw or 1. FC Kaiserslautern
63%
1. FC Nürnberg or 1. FC Kaiserslautern
73%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: 1. FC Kaiserslautern win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
Actual
1 – 2
8.2%
2 – 1
7.9%
0 – 0
7.4%
0 – 1
7.3%
1 – 0
7%
0 – 2
5.9%
2 – 2
5.8%
2 – 0
5.5%
1 – 3
4%
3 – 1
3.8%
2 – 3
2.9%
Asian Handicap — 1. FC Nürnberg
| Handicap | 1. FC Nürnberg covers | Push | 1. FC Kaiserslautern covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 6% | — | 94% |
| -2 | 6% | 11% | 83% |
| -1.5 | 17% | — | 83% |
| -1 | 17% | 18% | 65% |
| -0.5 | 35% | — | 65% |
| +0.5 | 63% | — | 37% |
| +1 | 63% | 19% | 18% |
| +1.5 | 82% | — | 18% |
| +2 | 82% | 11% | 7% |
| +2.5 | 93% | — | 7% |
Clean Sheet
1. FC Nürnberg keeps clean sheet
24%
✓
1. FC Kaiserslautern keeps clean sheet
25%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.

