German 2.Bundesliga
2025-11-28 - Hannover 96 vs Karlsruher SC
A Sports Betting Pick by Niko
Football; Germany: 2.Bundesliga
Heinz von Heiden Arena – Hannover
Friday, 28th November 2025 - kickoff 18:30 CET
Hannover 96
Hannover 96 have had a bit of a roller-coaster ride lately, but they got back on track with a solid 0-2 away win over 2.Bundesliga leaders SC Paderborn just last weekend.
That result should lift the mood in the squad and among the fans, especially since Hannover 96 had dropped a tight one at home a few games ago (2-3 against SV Darmstadt 98).
At their home ground, the Heinz von Heiden Arena, Hannover 96 likes to press, play forward, and try to control the game. When things click, and when their attacking players have rhythm, they can put pressure on almost any defence in the 2.Bundesliga.
Hannover 96’s recent matches have been open and goal-heavy, with them scoring twice or more in 7 of their last 8 league matches.
Still, Hannover 96 are not immune to lapses. When they concede first, they sometimes struggle to stay compact and go for the reset. That’s one of the risk factors in this game.
Karlsruher SC
Karlsruher SC seem to be a mixed bag at the moment. They had some ups, but they lost their last two games, 4-0 to Arminia Bielefeld and 2-3 to SV Elversberg, last weekend.
Karlsruher SC are capable of scoring (scored twice or more in five of their last six games), and against weak or disorganised sides, they look dangerous on the break or via set pieces.
But against a team like Hannover 96, with good structure and home support, I don’t see Karlsruher SC dominating. Especially not if they make mistakes at the back.
The Betting Verdict
I’m leaning toward Hannover 96 here. I see them doing enough to win at home, but not necessarily cruising to a comfortable victory.
I expect goals from both sides, because Hannover 96 will push forward and leave spaces, and Karlsruher SC have enough offensive threat to punish that if they get a chance.
Still, my betting recommendation here is taking Hannover 96 to win at fair odds.
The Pick :
Hannover 96 2-1 Karlsruher SC
FIXED ODDS BETTING TIP :
Take Hannover 96 to win at odds of 1.63 with SportBet.One
