The 2025/26 2. Bundesliga season kicks off with a compelling fixture as SV Elversberg hosts 1. FC Nürnberg at the Ursapharm-Arena. This match pits a team that performed exceptionally well last season against a traditional powerhouse looking for a return to form. Elversberg, coming off a strong campaign, will be eager to prove their success was not a fluke. Nürnberg, meanwhile, is determined to show that they are ready to challenge for a return to the Bundesliga.
Elversberg’s strong attacking record from last season gives them confidence, while Nürnberg’s inconsistent pre-season form has raised some questions about their readiness. This opening match is a crucial test for both sides, as they look to secure an important early victory to set a positive tone for the long season ahead.
What Time Does Elversberg vs. Nürnberg Kick-Off?
Location: Spiesen-Elversberg, Germany
Stadium: Ursapharm-Arena an der Kaiserlinde
Date: Saturday, August 2, 2025
Kick-off Time: 7:00 AM ET / 1:00 PM BST / 2:00 PM CEST
Indian Time (IST): 4:30 PM IST (Saturday, August 2, 2025)
Referee: N/A (Referee details for the new season are often not released until closer to the matchday.)
Elversberg vs. Nürnberg Head-to-Head Record (Last Five Games)
The last five competitive meetings between Elversberg and Nürnberg have been a mix of results.
Elversberg: 2 wins
Nürnberg: 3 wins
Draws: 0
Last Meeting: May 4, 2025: Nürnberg 1–3 Elversberg (2. Bundesliga)
Current Form (All Competitions)
Elversberg
July 27, 2025: FC 08 Homburg 3–0 Elversberg (Club Friendly)
July 26, 2025: Elversberg 2–3 Fortuna Sittard (Club Friendly)
July 19, 2025: TSG Hoffenheim 5–2 Elversberg (Club Friendly)
May 18, 2025: Elversberg 1–2 1. FC Heidenheim (Promotion Playoff)
May 11, 2025: Eintracht Braunschweig 1–2 Elversberg (2. Bundesliga)
Nürnberg
July 26, 2025: Nürnberg 0–2 Borussia Mönchengladbach (Club Friendly)
July 19, 2025: Arminia Bielefeld 2–1 Nürnberg (Club Friendly)
July 12, 2025: Nürnberg 1–2 Schweinfurt 05 (Club Friendly)
May 17, 2025: Eintracht Braunschweig 1–4 Nürnberg (2. Bundesliga)
May 10, 2025: Nürnberg 1–2 FC Köln (2. Bundesliga)
How to Watch Elversberg vs. Nürnberg on TV, Live Stream
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In India, all Bundesliga and 2. Bundesliga matches will be aired on the Sony Sports Network and their streaming platform, SonyLIV.
Elversberg Team News
Elversberg enters the new season with a new coach, Vincent Wagner, and the challenge of building on their impressive performance from last season, which saw them finish in a promotion playoff spot. Despite a number of recent friendly losses, the team has a solid core of players who are used to winning. They will likely be without midfielder Marcel Correia, who is currently suspended. The home crowd and the team’s strong attacking philosophy will be key as they seek to start the season with a win.
Elversberg Predicted Lineup vs. Nürnberg
Elversberg predicted lineup vs. Nürnberg (4-4-2): Kristof; Correia, Sickinger, Neubauer, Feil; Jacobsen, Sahin, Schnellbacher, Rochelt; Roche, Stock.
Nürnberg Team News
Nürnberg, under coach Miroslav Klose, has had a difficult pre-season with several losses, but they will be aiming to get their promotion campaign back on track from the very first match. The team will rely on a mix of experienced players and some promising young talent. They have no major injury or suspension concerns, allowing them to field a full-strength lineup. Key players like Jan-Marc Schneider and Mats Møller Dæhli will be crucial to their attacking efforts.
Nürnberg Predicted Lineup vs. Elversberg
Nürnberg predicted lineup vs. Elversberg (4-2-3-1): Klaus; Valentini, Hübner, Marquez, Brown; Geis, Castrop; Schleimer, Duman, Okunuki; Uzun.
Elversberg vs. Nürnberg Score Prediction
This match is an intriguing battle between Elversberg’s recent form and Nürnberg’s historical pedigree. Elversberg has been a prolific attacking side, and their home advantage will be a factor. However, Nürnberg’s squad quality, despite their pre-season struggles, is high. Given the nature of a season opener, both teams will likely be cautious but also eager to get on the scoresheet. This could lead to an open and entertaining game with goals on both sides. A draw seems like a plausible outcome, though Elversberg’s home form gives them a slight edge.
Prediction: Elversberg 2–2 Nürnberg.
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