BSV Rehden 1-2 MTV Wolfenbuttel: Wolfenbuttel Fight Back For Crucial Away Win

MTV Wolfenbuttel came from behind to snatch a 2-1 victory over BSV Rehden at the Waldsportstätten on 17 May 2026. The result breathes new life into Wolfenbuttel's season, while Rehden are left to rue a missed opportunity to climb the German Bundesliga 5 table.

Early Shock for Wolfenbuttel

BSV Rehden started brightly and took the lead after just 9 minutes. A long ball over the top caught the Wolfenbuttel defence napping, and the Rehden striker outpaced the centre-back to slot home calmly. The early goal rattled the visitors, who struggled to find their rhythm in the opening half-hour.

Wolfenbuttel gradually grew into the match, however, and began to create chances. Their equaliser came in the 38th minute. A free-kick from wide was swung into the box, and after a scramble, the ball was poked home from close range. The goal lifted the visitors, and they finished the half on top.

Second Half Decider

The second half was a tense affair, with both sides pushing for the winner. The breakthrough came in the 71st minute when Wolfenbuttel's right-back overlapped and delivered a low cross that was turned in by the striker for his second goal of the game. Rehden threw everything forward in the final 20 minutes but could not find an equaliser, with Wolfenbuttel's goalkeeper making a vital save in stoppage time.

Man of the Match

The hero for Wolfenbuttel was their striker, who scored both goals. His movement and finishing were clinical, and he led the line superbly despite facing physical defending.

League Picture

This win lifts MTV Wolfenbuttel to 12th place with 36 points, moving six points clear of the relegation zone. BSV Rehden stays in 13th on 34 points, and will be concerned by their inability to hold a lead at home. The defeat is their third in the last five matches.