Hertha BSC's Promotion Hopes Fade After Heavy Defeat to PaderbornSun 22nd Feb, 2026Hertha BSC's ambitions to secure promotion in the 2. During the crucial fixture in Paderborn, Hertha fell behind early, with the home side establishing control from the onset. This defeat marks Hertha's third consecutive loss in all competitions, causing them to slip to seventh position in the table. The gap to the promotion places has widened considerably, diminishing the club's hopes of returning to the Bundesliga in the current campaign. With the promotion race intensifying, Hertha BSC faces mounting pressure to reverse its fortunes and regain momentum if it hopes to challenge for a place in the top flight.

Source: The Munich Eye February 22, 2026 21:57 UTC