Full-time: TSV Nördlingen 2-1 SV Fortuna Regensburg

TSV Nördlingen came from behind to beat SV Fortuna Regensburg 2-1 in the German Bundesliga 5, with a second-half turnaround securing all three points at home. The visitors led early, but Nördlingen’s improved intensity after the break turned the match in their favour.

Match overview

SV Fortuna Regensburg made a confident start and took the lead in the 18th minute when Markus Bauer capitalised on a loose ball inside the box and finished from close range. Nördlingen struggled to find rhythm in the first half, with their attacks too often breaking down in the final third.

The home side emerged with a different energy after the interval and equalised in the 54th minute through Jonas Keller, whose low strike from the edge of the area found the bottom corner. Nördlingen continued to push forward and got their reward in the 81st minute when Tobias Schmidt headed in a deep cross to complete the comeback.

Key moments

• 18th minute: Markus Bauer gives SV Fortuna Regensburg the lead.
• 54th minute: Jonas Keller equalises for TSV Nördlingen with a composed finish.
• 81st minute: Tobias Schmidt heads in the winning goal.
• 90th minute: Nördlingen’s defence clears a late corner to protect the victory.

Tactical story

Nördlingen’s second-half improvement came from pressing higher up the pitch and winning more second balls in midfield. That allowed them to sustain attacks and keep Fortuna Regensburg pinned back. The visitors remained dangerous on the counter, but they struggled to create clear chances after conceding the equaliser. Nördlingen’s willingness to put crosses into the box eventually paid off with the winning header.

Standout performers

Keller was the catalyst for the comeback, driving forward from midfield and taking his goal well. Schmidt’s aerial threat proved decisive, while Nördlingen’s goalkeeper made a crucial late save to preserve the lead. For Fortuna Regensburg, Bauer was a constant problem in the first half and took his goal confidently.

What the win means

The three points give TSV Nördlingen a timely boost in the German Bundesliga 5 and reward their improved second-half display. SV Fortuna Regensburg will be disappointed to leave empty-handed after a promising start, but they showed enough to suggest they will remain competitive. Nördlingen’s comeback win adds another layer of intrigue to the league standings as the season progresses.