Overview of Bundesliga Relegation Games

Update: May 24, 2024

Fortuna Düsseldorf defeated VfL Bochum 3-0 in the first leg of the Bundesliga Relegation, positioning Bochum for relegation. The second leg will determine their fate.

Match Recap

Fortuna Düsseldorf took an early lead with an own goal by Bochum’s Philipp Hofmann. Despite Bochum’s efforts, Düsseldorf dominated the game. Further goals from Felix Klaus and Yannik Engelhardt sealed Düsseldorf’s victory.

Betting Odds for Second Leg

• Fortuna Düsseldorf to Win (2.27)
• Draw (3.60)
• VfL Bochum to Win (2.68)

Who Will Be Promoted to the Bundesliga?

VfL Bochum’s 16th-place finish in the Bundesliga necessitates a relegation battle against Fortuna Düsseldorf, who secured third place in the 2. Bundesliga. Düsseldorf’s strong performance makes them favorites for promotion.

Relegation Match Schedule

• First Leg: May 23, 2024, at Vonovia Ruhrstadion Bochum
• Second Leg: May 27, 2024, at Merkur Spiel-Arena Düsseldorf

Historical Relegation Matches

Recent history has favored Bundesliga teams in relegation matchups, with Zweitliga teams mostly falling short. Can VfL Bochum buck this trend? Stay tuned for updates on the games.