Wattenscheid 09 1–3 Ratingen SV: Visiting Side Dominates in International Club Friendly

In a lively pre-season encounter at the Lohrheidestadion on July 26, 2026, Wattenscheid 09 fell to a 3–1 defeat against a sharp Ratingen SV side. The International Club Friendly served as an important fitness test for both teams ahead of their respective competitive campaigns.

Ratingen SV got off to a flying start, pressing high and forcing Wattenscheid into early errors. The visitors opened the scoring in the 12th minute when a swift counterattack caught the home defense flat-footed. Wattenscheid responded well and equalized midway through the first half through a well-taken strike from their captain, but Ratingen restored their lead just before the break with a clinical finish from the edge of the box.

The second half saw Ratingen SV control possession and create several clear chances. They added a third goal in the 67th minute, capitalizing on a defensive lapse to seal the victory. Despite some late pressure from Wattenscheid, the Ratingen goalkeeper remained untroubled.

For the neutrals, the match provided an entertaining showcase of attacking intent from both sides, with Ratingen’s sharpness in the final third proving decisive. Wattenscheid will look to tighten their defensive shape before their next friendly.