On March 22, 2009, seven games of the 25th round of the Bundesliga started at the same time. Hoffenheim, who ranked first, played against Hannover 96, who was on the edge of the relegation zone, was at the René Neka Stadium. Although Hoffenheim performed poorly in the second half of the game, their opponent Hannover 96 seemed to be even more unsatisfactory. Although Hannover drew four-to-four home against Dortmund in the last round, they accumulated 25 points after 24 rounds, only three points higher than the relegation zone.

When Hoffenheim players wearing home uniforms in blue jerseys walked out of the stadium, the Rhine-Neka Arena burst into crazy cheers from 30,000 fans; Hoffenheim's performance in the second half of the game is indeed a bit unsatisfactory, and they don't seem to have much advantage in the standings. However, Hoffenheim is still the leader of the Bundesliga, and they have occupied this position for a long time this season; and there are only ten rounds left in the league, and Hoffenheim is still the proudest team in the Bundesliga!

In this game, Hoffenheim lined up a 4-3-3 formation, Hildebran returned to the starting lineup after recovering from injury. Although Weiss was suspended from the team, the three midfielders of Teber, Edu and Gustavo could barely support him; while Xiao Qing, Edu and Sanogo partnered with the forward line, Hoffenheim could still line up the crazy offensive combination in the first half of the game.

Xiao Qing feels very good now. Although the atmosphere in the team is still relatively tense, Ibissevic's arrival has indeed temporarily stabilized Hoffenheim's players to a certain extent; although such comfort is only temporary, Xiao Qing also understands that as long as he can help the team win at this time, Hoffenheim's confidence and morale can indeed be restored in a short period of time.

Hoffenheim’s biggest reliance is Xiao Qing. Xiao Qing’s twenty-five goals this season also enable them to dominate the top position in the standings; no matter what others are like, Xiao Qing knows that he has regained his confidence now. Now he has abandoned the anxiety he had for the past period. Now he will no longer feel scared by Hertha Berlin’s aggressiveness. Hoffenheim is the top of the standings, and his initiative is still in the hands of Hoffenheim; leading by two points is actually a very good advantage!

Xiao Qing is unwilling to admit that he is worse than anyone else, and Xiao Qing does not think that he should choose to give up at this time; indeed, the team is facing many difficulties now. But only by overcoming these difficulties can he make greater progress! Now is the time for Xiao Qing to find his state. After experiencing a period of confusion, Xiao Qing also needs to prove himself with better performance.

Hoffenheim players all want to win this game because they know that once they encounter setbacks in this game, they are really likely to lose the position of the league leader. Now they are only two points ahead of Hertha Berlin. Now they need to take every game more carefully; now there are only ten rounds left in the league, and it is time for Hoffenheim to start sprinting with all their might.

Hoffenheim, who played at home, worked very hard. They were full of desire for this game. They did take the initiative through the fierce attack from the beginning of the game.

In the sixth minute of the game, Eduardo passed several Hannover players in the penalty area and cleverly passed the ball. After receiving the ball, Xiao Qing dribbled the ball and knocked it quickly, which made Eduardo almost have an open chance. Unfortunately, Eduardo's last shot was blocked by Hannover goalkeeper Enke. Although he failed to score, Hoffenheim's offensive momentum was quite strong. They did show everyone Hoffenheim's desire to win at the beginning of the game!

The atmosphere in the Rhine-Neca Arena was very hot, and Hoffenheim fans once again saw the magical and aggressive team in the first half of the game. Now they once again showed a terrifying oppressiveness in the game.

In the eleventh minute of the game, Sanogo received a long shot from Xiao Qing and was saved by Enke; in the thirteenth minute, Xiao Qing, who broke into the penalty area, suddenly shot hard, but unfortunately he missed.

Hoffenheim is now quite amazing, and they are indeed suppressing Hanover and cannot resist it; but when Hoffenheim is becoming more and more powerful, the unlucky Hoffenheim is in trouble at one time.

In the 16th minute of the game, Hoffenheim left-back Ibertberg sprained his knee while running without the ball and was unable to hold on to the game. Rangnick replaced him with the wing forward Trazino; compared with the rapid progress in the first half of the season and winning the winter championship, Hoffenheim was like being possessed by a declining god in the second half, and almost every game will lose troops. They don’t even know who the next one will be, and they are also suspicious that the next one may be themselves. Now, Hoffenheim has been injured on the forward line, midfielder, back line, and even in the goalkeeper position.

Ibertsberg's accidental injury did give Hoffenheim a big blow to the high-spirited Hoffenheim. Hoffenheim is really afraid of injury. They are now really psychologically shady about this matter; but now, it is not a time to be scared. Hoffenheim now needs to score goals in this difficult time. They need to use goals and victory to stimulate the team. They need a victory to strive to cheer up after a series of blows.

In the 19th minute of the game, Hoffenheim's crazy offense was effective; full-back Baker suddenly stepped on the side, and Xiao Qing suddenly broke into the penalty area at this time, using his strength and bounce, Xiao Qing pressed Hanover defender Lao Shi in the chest and stopped the ball. Just as Xiao Qing was about to volley with the momentum, Lao Shi suddenly pushed Xiao Qing hard.

Xiao Qing won't be polite at this moment. Although it was a bit exaggerated, it was Lao Shi who made him have obvious foul action; so Xiao Qing would naturally take a big gift and take advantage of the situation. A dog who looked very miserable, but the referee's whistle made the cheers in Rhine Neka Arena burst instantly! Penalty, an undisputed penalty kick; although Xiao Qing's movements were exaggerated, Lao Shi's foul action was also quite obvious.

Xiao Qing was in a happy mood. Xiao Qing, who was standing on the free throw and even had the intention to wave to the fans in the stands. Xiao Qing was determined to win this penalty, and he also had enough confidence. Hoffenheim fans cooperated very well. Xiao Qing started with the increasing cheers, and only had two steps to run up. Xiao Qing's penalty kick flew straight to the goal, while Hannover goalkeeper Lao Shi saved the wrong direction.

He took the lead by 1-0 at home, Xiao Qing helped Hoffenheim take greater initiative in this game, and they seemed to have a good chance to win this game and get all three points. Xiao Qing, who scored the penalty, raised his hands high, and Hoffenheim players rushed forward to celebrate this goal with Xiao Qing at this time.

This goal was really timely. When he was affected by his teammate's injury, Xiao Qing used such a goal to help the team take the lead. They are now more confident to win this game. As for Hertha Berlin, you can continue to chase it slowly in the standings!

Hoffenheim, who has achieved the lead, is full of morale. Now they don’t give Hanover any chance at all. They have already tasted the pain of being equalized by their opponents after leading, so the Hoffenheim players are taking the game more seriously. They are now taking the initiative. They now need to suppress Hanover with more fierce attacks, and they need to use more goals to lock in the victory of this game. They will not let the victory of this game slip away from their hands, and they will not give Hanover any chance.

In the 30th minute, Baker once again made a cross from the right. Teber did not get the point in the small penalty area, and Enke grabbed the ball into his arms. Just one minute later, Hannover left-back Lao Shi tragically knocked down Xiao Qing in front of the penalty area and received the first yellow card of the game.

Hoffenheim completely suppressed Hannover. Now Hannover has no advantage at all, and they cannot make a decent attack at all. For Hoffenheim, except for Ibertsberg's accidental injury, Hoffenheim seems to be running at the right time. They now seem to be relatively lucky, at least they are taking advantage.

In the 37th minute of the game, Teber took a free kick. Gustavo fell while competing with Brookinger in the penalty area, but the referee ignored it. Although it seemed that Hoffenheim was at a loss, some slow motion shows that Hoffenheim should be having fun secretly instead of protesting around the referee.

Slow motion Gustavo elbowed Hanover midfielder Brookingke in the chest while placing a wall, but this move escaped the referee's penalty and successfully deceived Hoffenheim players. They all protested that it was Brooking's foul.

With a one-to-zero lead in the first half, Hoffenheim players returned to the locker room with satisfaction; although they only took one goal, Hoffenheim played a long-lost offensive football. In the first half, they actually created many good opportunities, and they did have the opportunity to score more goals in the game.

Xiao Qing was so stinking and howling in the locker room. Hoffenheim players were in a happy mood to celebrate in the locker room. Although there was still half of the game, Hoffenheim players were full of confidence in the victory of this game, which was also the most relaxed and confident moment they felt in this period of time.
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