Our Holstein Kiel vs Karlsruher SC Prediction: 2-1
Holstein Kiel vs Karlsruher SC in the Germany Bundesliga II is scheduled for an 11:30 GMT kick-off on Sunday September 21, 2025. Our forecast points to a 2-1 home win, but considering both teams’ recent scoring patterns, BTTS is a highly likely outcome.
This Holstein Kiel vs Karlsruher SC prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.
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Recent Form Insights
Holstein Kiel's Last Match – Schalke vs Holstein Kiel
Holstein Kiel will look to carry forward their winning form after a 1-0 Germany Bundesliga II success over Schalke on September 13. In that match, Holstein Kiel controlled 48% of possession and managed 9 shots on goal, with 5 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Schalke | 52% | 9 (4) | 0.57 | 76 |
 Holstein Kiel | 48% | 9 (5) | 0.97 | 14 |
Karlsruher SC's Last Match – Karlsruher SC vs Nurnberg
Karlsruher SC must win to build on their momentum after securing a hard-fought 2-1 Germany Bundesliga II victory over Nurnberg in their last outing. In that match, Karlsruher SC recorded 41% possession, attempting 8 shots on goal, with 6 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Karlsruher SC | 41% | 8 (6) | 0.85 | 44 |
 Nurnberg | 59% | 16 (9) | 2.34 | 68 |
Holstein Kiel vs Karlsruher SC Stats
Key Stats
| Holstein Kiel | Karlsruher SC | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.94 | Attacking Strength | 0.74 |
| 1.03 | Defence Strength | 1 |
| 1.4 | Points Per Game | 1.8 |
| 4/10 | WIN | 5/10 |
| 2/10 | DRAW | 3/10 |
| 4/10 | Clean Sheets | 4/10 |
| 4/10 | BTTS | 6/10 |
| 4/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 6/10 |
| 1.2 | Average Scored | 1.7 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Holstein Kiel are averaging 1.2 goals scored and 1.1 conceded per match, while Karlsruher SC average 1.7 scored and 1.3 conceded per game.
Holstein Kiel 12-11
Karlsruher SC 17-13
What are the odds for this match?
Holstein Kiel to win: @1.95
Draw: @3.6
Karlsruher SC to win: @3.6
Lineups
Holstein Kiel (3-4-2-1) : Jonas Krumrey, David Zec, Carl Johansson, Marco Komenda, Alexander Bernhardsson, Kasper Davidsen, Magnus Knudsen, John Tolkin, Adrian Kapralik, Jonas Therkelsen, Marcus Muller
Karlsruher SC (3-5-2) : Hans Christian Bernat, Christoph Kobald, Marcel Franke, Nicolai Rapp, Sebastian Jung, Dzenis Burnic, Andreas Muller, Marvin Wanitzek, David Herold, Lilian Egloff, Fabian Schleusener
Schalke 
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Arminia Bielefeld 
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