Fortuna Düsseldorf Faces Preußen Münster Amidst Carnival Festivities
Düsseldorf – Fortuna Düsseldorf prepares to host Preußen Münster on Friday, , at Merkur Spiel-Arena in a 2. Bundesliga match coinciding with the height of Carnival season. The atmosphere is festive, with supporters embracing the spirit of “Helau!” as they look for a positive result against a traditionally tough opponent.
The match kicks off at , though some sources indicate a 12:30 local time start. Currently, Fortuna Düsseldorf sits 13th in the 2. Bundesliga table, while Preußen Münster occupies the 16th position. A win for Düsseldorf would provide a much-needed boost as the team navigates a precarious position in the league standings.
A pre-match survey reveals overwhelming confidence among fans that Fortuna can secure a victory, with 92.3% believing in a positive outcome despite the date falling on Friday the 13th. A small percentage (7.7%) are hoping for a “revenge” performance from Jorrit Hendrix, while others simply anticipate a lively atmosphere fueled by the ongoing Carnival celebrations.
The team’s preparation has been impacted by player availability. Lunddal is reportedly fit to start, but Ljubicic remains sidelined due to illness. Jordi II may be available for selection. Preußen Münster is known for its resilience and tendency to secure draws, particularly in challenging weather conditions, which are anticipated for Friday’s match.
Recent head-to-head results favor Fortuna Düsseldorf. They secured a 2-1 victory in their previous encounter at LVM-Preussenstadion and a 1-0 win at Merkur Spiel-Arena. In the last three meetings between the two sides, Fortuna has claimed two wins, with Münster securing only one victory.
Fortuna Düsseldorf’s recent form in the league has been mixed, with 4 wins, 5 losses, and 1 draw in their last 10 games. They average 1.0 goal per game from 4.3 shots on target, possessing the ball 41.2% of the time and earning 3.5 corners per match. Opponents, on average, score 1.2 goals from 3.8 shots on target and are awarded 4.4 corners.
Preußen Münster’s recent form shows 3 wins, 6 losses, and 6 draws in their last 15 games. They have scored 15 goals and conceded 20, averaging 1.0 goal scored, and 1.33 goals conceded per game. Both teams have a 46.67% record of games finishing under 2.5 total goals.
Betting odds currently favor Fortuna Düsseldorf, with a Full-Time Result price of -103. Predictions suggest a strong likelihood of a Fortuna victory. Experts anticipate a closely contested match, with a predicted scoreline of 3-2 in favor of Düsseldorf, though other outcomes remain possible.
The author, Fortuna6095, expresses hope that a win will provide a positive atmosphere for supporters during the upcoming Rosenmontag parade, allowing them to celebrate alongside fans of the Düsseldorf EG ice hockey team. The author wishes fellow fans “Steh- und Laufvermögen” – stamina and endurance – for the festivities.
The match promises to be a spirited affair, combining the excitement of 2. Bundesliga football with the vibrant energy of Carnival. Supporters are encouraged to enjoy the game and embrace the festive spirit.
