
Bundesliga
1:30 p.mMay 10, 2026
Regular season – 33
Volksparkstadion
Referee: Felix Zwayer, Germany


Hamburger SV


SC Freiburg
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2.02
Expected Goals (xG)
0.51
-1.23
Prevented goals
-1.23
Passing by
352 (82%)
Accurate passes
392 (81%)
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Bundesliga classification – Bundesliga
Qualification/Relegation
- Champions League
- UEFA Europa League
- Conference League Standings
- Relegation Playoffs
- descent
Hamburger SV secured a thrilling 3-2 win over SC Freiburg at the Volksparkstadion, with late goals securing a comeback victory that keeps their survival hopes alive.
Hamburger SV faced SC Freiburg in a crucial Bundesliga clash on May 10, 2026. The hosts were 12th in the table with 34 points, while Freiburg were seventh with 44 points. Both teams needed a positive result as the season entered its final phase.
The game came to life during the first quarter of an hour. Bakery Jatta fired Hamburger SV in the 14th minute, giving the home crowd reason to celebrate. However, Freiburg responded immediately through Igor Matanović just two minutes later in the 16th minute to tie the game.
The first exchanges set a frantic tone. Both teams pressed high and tried to exploit gaps in midfield. Freiburg’s Linus Kübler and others received yellow cards as the intensity remained high in the opening period.
Freiburg controlled possession in the first half, enjoying 53% of the ball. However, Hamburger SV were dangerous on the counter-attack. The visitors registered fewer shots but remained a constant threat thanks to Matanović’s movement and positioning.
The second half saw a decisive change of momentum for the home side. Luka Vušković broke the deadlock in the 64th minute and put Hamburger SV 2-1 ahead. Three minutes later, Fabio Baldé added a third goal in the 67th minute to extend the lead to 3-1.
Freiburg refused to give up despite falling two goals behind. Matanović completed his brace in the 87th minute, pulling one back and setting up a tense finish. However, Hamburger SV held firm to secure the win.
The statistics revealed an open and offensive contest. Hamburger SV had a total of 14 shots with 5 on target, generating a total Expected Goals of 2.02. Freiburg registered just 5 shots with 3 on target, with an xG of 0.51. Possession favored the visitors between 53% and 47%.
Matanović emerged as the most outstanding player with an 8.5 rating and two goals on three shots. VuÅ¡ković impressed the hosts with an 8.0 rating and a crucial goal. Nicolai Remberg and Albert Grønbæk provided vital support in Hamburger SV’s midfield with four key passes each.
This win boosts Hamburger SV’s recent form in WLLLD and keeps them competitive in the bottom half. Freiburg’s DLWWL form shows inconsistency despite their higher league position. The result has important implications for both sides’ final push.
Hamburger SV will look to build momentum with this comeback win in their remaining games. Freiburg must respond quickly in order not to lose ground in the European race.

