HTC SW Neuss secures decisive victory in relegation battle!
HTC SW Neuss secured a decisive victory against Schwarz-Weiß Köln in a penalty shoot-out in the relegation battle.

HTC SW Neuss secures decisive victory in relegation battle!
HTC SW Neuss achieved a decisive victory in the exciting relegation battle of the 2nd Hockey Bundesliga North. In a thrilling match against Schwarz-Weiß Köln, Neuss prevailed 7:6 in the penalty shootout after regular playing time ended with 2:3 and 3:3. This victory ensures that HTC SW Neuss stays in the class on the penultimate matchday RP Online reported.
The game was a real roller coaster ride. Neuss was initially behind, but fought its way back into the game and finally won the spectacular shoot-out. In the decisive second round of the penalty shootout, the players showed strong nerves. One shot after the other was converted until the joy on the Neuss side and the disappointment of the Cologne players were clearly noticeable.
Surprises at DTV Hannover
The following match day was hardly less exciting for DTV Hannover. Initially in promotion position, the team had to play against BW Cologne and was surprisingly beaten 2:3. For Cologne, this victory was worth its weight in gold after they played a really good game against second-placed DTV Hannover on Saturday. This defeat meant that the Hanoverians had to score a clear win against Cologne on Sunday in order to secure first place. However, the team was consumed by pressure and ultimately was unable to achieve an important victory, which dropped them significantly back on the table RP Online reported.
Wave of success at Bremer HC
The 1st Hockey Bundesliga is also making a name for itself. Bremer HC was able to celebrate a narrow victory in the penalty shootout with 8:7 in a relegation game against TSV Mannheim. The team got into the game very well and took the lead with a seven-meter penalty, but lost the thread a bit as the game progressed. Mannheim's return was strong, but in the end the decisive penalty was needed, which Bremen were bravely able to convert. It was a nerve-wracking duel of first-class hockey that put Bremer HC in a better position for the next game Weser courier holds on.
The upcoming games show how close everything is in the league. Thanks to their mentally strong performances, Bremer HC is ahead and can go into the next games with a positive attitude. The teams meet on equal terms, which only increases the tension.
Teams at a glance
With several renowned clubs competing in the league, the excitement in the Hockey Bundesliga is clearly noticeable. Official club information is available on the website Hockey Bundesliga to find.
For the Cologne hockey club Schwarz-Weiß, the match against Neuss was a tricky test from which the players must recover quickly in order to come back strong in the challenges ahead. The entire league is watching the evolving dynamic with great curiosity.