SV Atlas Delmenhorst 2–3 Havelse | International Club Friendly

A five‑goal thriller at the Stadion Delmenhorst saw Regionalliga side SV Atlas Delmenhorst fall just short against higher‑division visitors Havelse. Despite taking an early lead and dominating possession for long spells, the hosts were undone by a clinical second‑half counter‑attacking display from the visitors.

Match Overview

Coach Thorsten Sarré used the friendly to test several squad members ahead of the new Oberliga Nord campaign. Atlas started brightly, pressing high and moving the ball quickly through midfield. The opener arrived in the 12th minute when a corner‑kick routine was finished at the back post by centre‑back Janek Labouvie. Havelse, however, grew into the contest and equalised just before half‑time through a precise low drive from attacker Deniz Avan.

Key Moments

• 12' – Labouvie heads in from a set‑piece to put Atlas 1‑0 up.
• 41' – Avan slots home after a quick one‑two to level the score.
• 55' – Havelse’s winger cuts inside and curls a shot into the top corner for 2‑1.
• 68' – Atlas equalises through substitute Nils Pleul, who taps in from close range after a goalmouth scramble.
• 83' – Havelse strikes again on the break; a swift counter‑attack finished by Luca Stieler seals the 3‑2 win.

Tactical Story

Atlas Delmenhorst controlled the first half with a 4‑2‑3‑1 shape, using full‑backs to overload the flanks. Havelse sat deeper and relied on quick transitions, which proved effective after the break. The visitors’ midfield pressed aggressively after losing the ball, forcing errors that led to dangerous chances. Atlas’s inability to convert dominance into a second goal during the opening period ultimately cost them.

Standout Players

Deniz Avan (Havelse) was a constant threat with his dribbling and movement, scoring one and setting up another. For Atlas, left‑back Jannis Schöpper delivered several dangerous crosses and offered energetic support in attack. The friendly served as a valuable fitness test for both sides, with Havelse showcasing the sharpness needed for their Regionalliga campaign.